Family
Lythraceae
Botanical Name
Lagerstroemia indica 'Candystripe'
Plant Common Name
Crapemyrtle
General Description
This crapemyrtle is an upright, multi-trunked, large, deciduous shrub that produces gently arching or pendent bicolor flower clusters on the branch tips. From early summer onward, 'Candystripe' produces pink buds that open as rose-pink petals with white edges. It has green leaves that emerge bronzey-red in spring and change to a splattering of orange, yellow and red in fall.
Like many crapemyrtles, ‘Candystripe’ tolerates a wide range of well-drained soils and grows best in hot sunny locations. This cultivar has very good mildew resistance. Use ‘Candystripe’ for a low maintenance addition to the mixed border or building foundation. Placing it close to a path or patio will allow for maximum enjoyment of the picotee (bullseye) flowers. Remove lower branches to create a tidy small tree.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
10 - 6
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USDA Hardiness Zone
7 - 10
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Sunset Zone
H1, H2, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
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Plant Type
Shrub
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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Height
8'-15' / 2.4m - 4.6m
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Width
8'-12' / 2.4m - 3.7m
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Bloom Time
Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall
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Native To
China, Korea
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
White, Rose
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Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
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Fruit Color
Green, Brown
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Red, Green, Bronze
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green, Dark Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Yellow, Orange, Orange Red
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Bark Color
Brown, Sandy Brown, Ivory
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Glossy
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
Yes
