Uses: Highly floral specimen street or shade tree for reserves, parks and open locations. Recommended for its spectacular blooms in summer. Attracts nectar eating birds and insects.
Autumn foliage colour is orange to bright red. Taller than most lagerstroemia cultivars. Resistant to powdery mildew.
Drought tolerant once established.
Requires pruning if single trunk is desired. Suitable for under power lines.
Caution: As with all deciduous species consideration must be given to planting in locations where litter will not reach waterways.
Can be grown in locations such as roof gardens where constricted roots will constrain size.
Note: This species is classified schedule 1, Regulation 24.2 under the Sewerage Act and may be planted in any street or road in any drainage area provided they are not planted closer than two metres to any sewer main or connection.