Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux' (Fuschia Pink)

Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux', commonly known as Sioux Crapemyrtle, is a stunning and colorful flowering shrub that adds vibrant beauty to gardens and landscapes. This deciduous shrub belongs to the Lythraceae family and is celebrated for its eye-catching fuchsia-pink flowers, attractive bark, and compact growth habit.

Common Name: Sioux Crapemyrtle
Mature Height (meters): Typically grows to a height of 2-3 meters
Mature Width (meters): Spreads to approximately 2-3 meters
Spacing: Plant at least 2-3 meters apart to accommodate its spreading growth habit.
Foliage: The Sioux Crapemyrtle features dark green leaves that turn shades of red and orange in the fall, adding seasonal interest to the landscape.
Flowering Period: The most striking feature of Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux' is its profusion of fuchsia-pink flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. These vibrant blooms create a spectacular and colorful display.
Bark: The shrub's bark exfoliates to reveal a smooth, mottled surface in shades of gray, adding to its ornamental appeal during the winter months.
Form/Habit: Lagerstroemia indica 'Sioux' has a compact, rounded growth habit with multiple trunks, making it an attractive and well-behaved shrub.
Uses: Ideal as a specimen plant, in mixed shrub borders, or as a colorful focal point in gardens and outdoor spaces. Its vibrant flowers and attractive bark make it a standout addition to landscapes.
Sun: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; minimal pruning is required to remove dead or wayward branches and to maintain its natural form.
Water Requirement: Regular watering is recommended, especially during dry periods and in the shrub's early years.