Lagerstroemia indica Seeds – Red Crepe Myrtle

Add bold, long-lasting color to your landscape with Lagerstroemia indica Seeds – Red Crepe Myrtle. This vibrant ornamental shrub or small tree is known for its rich red summer blooms, smooth bark, and elegant multi-stem growth habit. Whether planted as a hedge, screen, or standalone feature, Red Crepe Myrtle provides reliable seasonal interest and strong ornamental value.

Thriving in warm, sunny locations with well-drained soil, Crepe Myrtle is easy to maintain and drought-tolerant once established. Its extended blooming season and attractive structure make it a favorite for hedges, borders, and decorative outdoor spaces.

Features

• Premium-quality non-GMO seeds

• Produces vibrant red Crepe Myrtle shrubs/trees

• Long summer blooming period

• Multi-stem form ideal for hedges and screens

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Excellent for borders, yards, and ornamental landscaping

Specifications

Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica
Common Name (US): Crepe Myrtle
Plant Type: Ornamental deciduous shrub or small tree
Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, multi-stem
Mature Height: 10–25 feet (variety dependent)
Light Requirements: Full sun
Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant as it matures
Soil Type: Sandy or loamy, 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 risk passes

• Direct outdoor sowing: April–May

Bloom Time: Summer to early fall

Life Cycle: Perennial shrub/tree