Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' ~ Catawba Crape Myrtle green-bloom Terminal clusters of mildly fragrant

Terminal clusters of mildly fragrant pure white fringe-like flowers bloom heavily in spring and summer

the leaves emerge with a red color

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Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba' ~ Catawba Crape Myrtle green-bloom Terminal clusters of mildly fragrantCatawba Crape Myrtle is a domed upright deciduous shrub with exfoliating bark. The foliage emerges bronze red and matures to bright green before turning vibrant red orange in fall, while the large dark purple panicles bloom bloom on new wood in summer. Best color in full sun and rich well drained soil. Catawba is mildew resistant. Type: Shrub Height: 10' 15' Spread: 10 15' Spacing: 12' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Partial Sun Bloom