Plant Characteristics
- Zone: 6-9
- Height: 10-12'
- Spread:10'
- Growth: moderate to fast
- Form: small tree
- Usage: specimen,background, privacy hedge
- Soil: moist, well drained
- Bloom: Pink untill frost
- Age at bloom: 2 yrs
- Soil: well-drained
This variety of crapemyrtle adds a distinct look to any yard. The soft
pink summer flowers contrast nicely against the dark purple coloring of
the new foliage growth. The petals are wrinkled
like crepe paper, and blooms persist until the first frost.
The ornamental value, however,
may be surpassed by its fast growth. A Rhapsody in Pink crapemyrtle
can grow up to 3' per year.
So if you're looking to fill a hole in your landscaping quickly,
this may be a good choice.