Lagerstroemia indica Seeds – Purple Crepe Myrtle

Create a vibrant and elegant landscape with Lagerstroemia indica Seeds – Purple Crepe Myrtle. This ornamental shrub or small tree is admired for its deep purple summer blooms, multi-stem form, and smooth bark that adds year-round visual interest. Ideal for borders, hedges, and decorative yard plantings, Purple Crepe Myrtle provides extended seasonal color and a refined structure to outdoor spaces.

Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, this hardy perennial becomes drought-tolerant once established. Its long blooming season makes it a dependable choice for gardeners seeking bold color with minimal maintenance.

Features

• Premium-quality non-GMO seeds

• Produces classic purple Crepe Myrtle shrubs/trees

• Long-lasting summer bloom clusters

• Multi-stem habit ideal for borders and ornamental yards

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Low-maintenance perennial for warm climates

Specifications

Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica
Common Name (US): Crepe Myrtle
Plant Type: Ornamental deciduous shrub/small tree
Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, multi-stem
Mature Height: 10–25 feet (variety dependent)
Light Requirements: Full sun
Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant at maturity
Soil Type: Sandy or loamy soil, well-drained
Germination Time: 15–45 days
Germination Temperature: 70–85°F

Hardiness Zones (USDA): 6–10

Planting Season by Zone

Zones 8–10 (Warm Climates):

• Outdoor sowing: February–April

• Secondary sowing: August–September

Zones 6–7 (Cool to Moderate Climates):

• Indoor seed starting: February–April

• Outdoor transplanting: April–June after frost danger passes

• Direct outdoor sowing: April–May

Bloom Time: Summer to early fall