Miami Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica fauriei 'Miami'
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Tree
Height
240 inches
Width
210 inches
Light
Full Sun
Zones
6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Low to Medium
Humidity
High
Lifespan
50+ years
Native To
Garden Origin
Toxicity
Non-toxic
The Story
Plant Bio
Crape Myrtles are deciduous trees or shrubs celebrated for their long-lasting, showy summer flowers, attractive exfoliating bark, and good fall color. Hybrids with L. fauriei offer superior disease resistance. 'Miami' is a U.S. National Arboretum introduction prized for its high resistance to powdery mildew, vibrant dark pink flowers, excellent orange-red fall color, and beautiful cinnamon-brown exfoliating bark.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Choose a site that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sun daily.
- Plant in well-drained soil; crape myrtles are adaptable to pH.
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball.
- Set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the soil.
- Backfill with soil and water deeply to settle.
- Mulch to conserve moisture, keeping it away from the trunk.
Pro Tip
Avoid 'crape murder'—the severe topping of branches. Instead, selectively prune to enhance the natural vase shape and reveal the beautiful bark.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Provide full sun for maximum flowering.
- Water deeply but infrequently once established to encourage drought tolerance.
- Prune in late winter to remove suckers and dead or crossing branches.
- Remove spent flower clusters to sometimes encourage a second, lighter bloom.
Don't
- Do not commit 'crape murder' by topping the tree.
- Avoid planting in shady areas, which leads to poor flowering and disease.
- Don't over-fertilize, especially with high nitrogen, which promotes leaves over flowers.
- Avoid poor air circulation, which can encourage sooty mold from aphids.
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Prune |
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Good to Know
Common Questions
Miami Crape Myrtle questions
What zones can Miami Crape Myrtle grow in?
Miami Crape Myrtle 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 Miami Crape Myrtle deer resistant?
Yes — Miami Crape Myrtle is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Miami Crape Myrtle bloom?
Miami Crape Myrtle 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 Miami Crape Myrtle need full sun?
Miami Crape Myrtle does best in full sun (6+ hours).
Is Miami Crape Myrtle drought tolerant?
Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Miami Crape Myrtle handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.
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