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Lagerstroemia indica 'Candycane'

Image of Lagerstroemia indica 'Candycane'

Family

Lythraceae

Botanical Name

Lagerstroemia indica 'Candycane'

Plant Common Name

Crapemyrtle

General Description

A large, upright, multi-trunked, deciduous shrub, Candycane' produces a profusion of gently arching or pendent bi-color flower clusters. From early summer onward, 'Candycane' produces pink flowers with ruffled white edges on branch tips. Within these white edges there are deep pink veins, or "stripes". It is a heat-loving plant that has green leaves that turn to splattered orange, yellow and red in fall.

Crapemyrtle is tolerant of a wide range of well-drained soils and grows best in hot sunny locations. This cultivar also has very good mildew resistance. 'Candycane' is a low-maintenance addition to the mixed border or foundation planting. Placing it close to a path or patio allows for maximum enjoyment of the picotee, or bullseye flowers. Removing the lowermost branches every few years will help create a tidier, smaller tree.

Characteristics

  • AHS Heat Zone

    10 - 6

  • USDA Hardiness Zone

    6 - 10

  • Sunset Zone

    H1, H2, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21

  • Plant Type

    Shrub

  • Sun Exposure

    Full Sun

  • Height

    12'-14' / 3.7m - 4.3m

  • Width

    10'-12' / 3.0m - 3.7m

  • Bloom Time

    Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall

  • Native To

    China, Korea

Growing Conditions

  • Soil pH

    Acidic, Neutral

  • Soil Drainage

    Well Drained

  • Soil type

    Clay, Loam, Sand

  • Tolerances

    Pollution, Drought

  • Growth Rate

    Fast

  • Water Requirements

    Drought Tolerant, Average Water

  • Habit

    Arching/Fountain-shaped

  • Seasonal Interest

    Spring, Summer, Fall

Ornamental Features

  • Flower Interest

    Showy

  • Flower Color

    White, Red, Purple, Pink, Magenta, Fuchsia, Lavender, Ivory

  • Flower Color Modifier

    Bicolor

  • Fruit Color

    Green, Brown, Chocolate

  • Foliage Color (Spring)

    Green

  • Foliage Color (Summer)

    Green

  • Foliage Color (Fall)

    Yellow, Orange

  • Bark Color

    Tan, Brown, Sandy Brown, Ivory, Slate Gray

  • Bark Color Modifier

    Multi-Color

  • Fragrant Flowers

    No

  • Fragrant Fruit

    No

  • Fragrant Foliage

    No

  • Bark or Stem Fragrant

    No

  • Flower Petal Number

    Single

  • Repeat Bloomer

    Yes

  • Showy Fruit

    No

  • Edible Fruit

    No

  • Showy Foliage

    Yes

  • Foliage Texture

    Medium

  • Foliage Sheen

    Glossy

  • Evergreen

    No

  • Showy Bark

    Yes

Special Characteristics

  • Bark Texture

    Exfoliating

  • Usage

    Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Mixed Border, Street Trees

  • Sharp or Has Thorns

    No

  • Invasive

    No

  • Self-Sowing

    No