Lagerstroemia indica 'Centennial' ~ Centennial Crape Myrtle southeast-native Small pale lavender bell-like flowers

Small pale lavender bell-like flowers raise up in terminals from the green rootstalk above the mound in mid-summer attracting butterflies

It has a conical or columnar shape with dense

Cherry Blossom Lenten Rose is a late winter-blooming evergreen perennial with leathery dark green basal foliage

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Lagerstroemia indica 'Centennial' ~ Centennial Crape Myrtle southeast-native Small pale lavender bell-like flowersCentennial Crape Myrtle is a dwarf deciduous shrub with an upright mounding habit and dark green leaves that turn orange to red in fall. The heavy blooms of frilly deep purple panicles bloom through summer. Best color in full sun and rich, well drained acidic soil. Centennial has good mildew resistance. Type: Shrub Height: 3' 5' Spread: 3 5' Spacing: 4' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 10 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: