Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink)

• Feature Tree
• Street Tree
• Avenue Planting
• Shade Tree
• Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 2m - 3m Approximately

Mature Width: 2 – 3 meters

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) is expected to grow Approx 20 – 40 cm per year.

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) is expected to grow Approx 20 – 40 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) frost tolerant?

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

• Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Lagerstroemia indica ‘Hopi’ produces abundant clusters of bright pink, softly crinkled flowers from mid-summer into early autumn. These vibrant panicles sit above the foliage and create a colourful, long-lasting display that pairs beautifully with its smooth, exfoliating bark.

Does Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer
• Autumn

Flower Type:

• Clustered

Flower Colour:

Pink

No

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) is Native to Cultivar of Lagerstroemia indica, native to China, Korea, and Japan. ‘Hopi’ is a compact, hardy crepe myrtle variety loved for its masses of soft pink flower clusters, smooth, decorative bark, and excellent resistance to powdery mildew — offering long-lasting colour through summer and autumn.

Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, hoverflies and a wide range of summer pollinators. The branching structure provides shelter and perching habitat for small birds, while the exfoliating bark supports insects and microfauna that subtly increase garden biodiversity.

Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Lagerstroemia indica ‘Hopi’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance aeration. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as it matures to support strong drought performance, healthy branching and abundant summer flowering.

Is Lagerstroemia indica 'Hopi' (Pink) Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Hopi’ develops excellent drought tolerance. Compact, hardy and disease-resistant, it thrives in hot, dry and coastal environments and maintains prolific flowering with only occasional deep watering during extended dry spells.