largerstroemia Speciosa Pride of India dark leaf 10L

Pride of India – Dark Leaf
Lagerstroemia Black Diamond®
Sun: Full sun; 6+ hours for best dark foliage and flowering.
Water: Moderate; water regularly while establishing. Once established, drought tolerant.
Soil: Well-drained, compost-enriched soil.
Height: ±3 m
Width: ±2.5 m
Growth: Moderate to fast-growing, deciduous shrub/small tree.
Flowering: Summer; clusters of vibrant purple flowers.
Features: Dramatic dark, almost black foliage; attractive purple blooms; easy to prune and shape; low maintenance.
Indigenous: No – exotic to South Africa.
Edible: No – grown as an ornamental.
Care: Prune in late winter to shape and encourage strong new growth. Feed in spring/summer.
Frost: Frost tolerant once established.
Best for: Feature planting, small gardens, containers, patios and colourful summer displays.