Tree
Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
StandardLagerstroemia indicaMedium PinkLagerstroemia indicaCenter Stage, Pink PWLagerstroemia indica
Sizes & Pricing
#2MonroviaFrom$59.95
3 galFrom$24.95
5 galFrom$84.95
7 galFrom$59.95
15 galFrom$84.95
25 galFrom$195.00
30 galFrom$225.00
45 galFrom$630.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 19.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size3-30 feet × 6-25 feet (highly variable by cultivar)
About Crape Myrtle
Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is a deciduous flowering tree or large shrub native to China and Korea, celebrated for its long-lasting summer flower clusters in shades of white, pink, red, and purple, plus exfoliating mottled bark and vivid fall foliage. It is one of the most widely planted ornamental trees across the American South. Starting at $24.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- White, Red, Pink, Purple, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Crape myrtle demands full sun — at least 6 hours daily — for maximum bloom; shade reduces flowering and increases powdery mildew risk in Florida's humid climate.
Water
Water regularly until established, then crape myrtle is quite drought-tolerant in NE Florida; deep, infrequent watering is preferred over frequent shallow irrigation.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grows in sandy, loam, or clay soils with good drainage. Fertilize once in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer; avoid excess nitrogen which promotes foliage over blooms. Do not top-prune ('crape murder') — choose a cultivar sized for your space.
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Common questions
Is Crape Myrtle a good plant for St. Augustine?
Crape Myrtle is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 3-30 feet × 6-25 feet (highly variable by cultivar).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.