Species

Lagerstroemia indicaCrape Myrtle

25 other cultivars

shrub

Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle

Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit Iv'

The Story

Plant Bio

Lagerstroemia indica, or Crapemyrtle, are deciduous shrubs or small trees celebrated for their long-lasting, showy summer flowers, attractive exfoliating bark, and good fall color.

Pink Velour® is notable for its wine-red new foliage that matures to a deep purplish-green, providing a stunning backdrop for its vibrant pinkish-red flowers. It has good resistance to powdery mildew.

Uses & Benefits:

Pink Velour® offers a triple threat: striking wine-colored new foliage, a summer-long display of brilliant magenta flowers, and attractive mottled bark that provides winter interest. Its medium size makes it a versatile specimen.

It can be trained as a large shrub or small multi-stemmed tree, making it suitable for screening, specimen planting, or large containers. Its drought tolerance makes it a good choice for low-water landscapes once established.

The flowers are a rich source of pollen for bees and other pollinators during the summer months when many other plants have finished blooming.

SpeciesLagerstroemia indicaCrape Myrtle

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

144 inches

Width

120 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Low to medium

Humidity

High tolerance

Lifespan

50+ years

Native To

Asia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Early fall

In flower about 3 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Find the sunniest, warmest spot in your garden.
Plant in well-drained soil; amend heavy clay to improve drainage.
Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and twice as wide.
Set the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil.
Backfill, water thoroughly to remove air pockets.
Mulch to conserve water and suppress weeds, but keep it off the trunk.

Pro Tip

For best flowering, plant in full, direct sun for at least 6-8 hours a day.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide full sun for maximum blooms and best foliage color.
Water deeply but infrequently once established to encourage drought tolerance.
Prune selectively in late winter to enhance natural form.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a potential second, smaller bloom.
Monitor for Crapemyrtle Bark Scale, a serious emerging pest.

Don't

Do not plant in shade; it will result in poor flowering and more disease.
Avoid severe topping or 'crape murder'; it creates weak growth and ruins the form.
Don't over-fertilize, especially with nitrogen, which promotes leaves over flowers.
Avoid poor air circulation, which encourages powdery mildew.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Vibrant summer-long flowering specimenColorful informal hedge or screenAnchor for a hot, sunny perennial border

Companion Plants

Salvia leucantha Rudbeckia 'Goldsturm'Pennisetum 'Hameln'Lantana camara Gaura lindheimeri

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle questions

What zones can Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle grow in?

Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle is hardy in USDA Zones 6–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle deer resistant?

Yes — Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle bloom?

Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle typically blooms in mid-summer through early fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle need full sun?

Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Whit Iv Pink Velour Crapemyrtle handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.