Crape Myrtle Seeds – Red

Crape Myrtle Seeds – Red Variety produce vibrant ornamental trees or shrubs known for their brilliant clusters of red blooms and attractive, smooth bark. These plants add lasting color and structure to gardens, landscapes, and pathways. The Crape Myrtle is a favorite among gardeners due to its long blooming season, drought tolerance, and low maintenance requirements.

Ideal for warm and sunny regions, this variety displays rich red flowers from summer through fall, offering visual appeal long after many other plants have stopped blooming. Crape Myrtles can be grown as standalone specimens, hedges, or in decorative containers, making them versatile for various garden settings.

Features:

• Type: Deciduous ornamental shrub or small tree

• Common Name (US): Crape Myrtle

• Variety: Red

• Flower Color: Bright red clusters

• Bloom Duration: Summer to early fall

• Growth Habit: Upright and spreading

• Height: 10–25 feet (depending on growing conditions)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil

• Sunlight: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Foliage: Glossy green leaves turning orange or red in fall

• Special Feature: Long-lasting blooms, ornamental bark, attracts pollinators

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 7–10

• Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or sow outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Germination Time: 14–28 days

• Germination Temperature: 68–75°F (20–24°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 10–15 feet for trees, 4–6 feet for shrubs

• Mature Plant Height: 10–25 feet

• Best Growing Months:

  • Zones 7–8: April to September

  • Zone 9: March to October

  • Zone 10: February to November

• Maintenance: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood

• Uses: Landscape borders, ornamental hedges, driveways, and accent planting