Tonto Crapemyrtle
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Tonto Crapemyrtle |
| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia indica 'Tonto' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Mature Height | 6 to 8 ft |
| Mature Width | 4 to 5 ft |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Bloom Color | Magenta |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | July to September |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Orange-red |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Drought Tolerant |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 to 9 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water is best at a slow soak when dry. Check weekly. This promotes good healthy growth for late summer blooms. |
| Fertilize Notes | Feed Crapemyrtles with a general purpose fertilizer like 8-8-8 or 10-10-10. Once established, feed once a year in spring and water deeply. |
| Prune Notes | Prune early spring after the last frost to encourage new growth. |