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Cawtaba Purple Crepe Myrtle - America's Gardens Nursery
Cawtaba Purple Crepe Myrtle - America's Gardens Nursery
Cawtaba Purple Crepe Myrtle - America's Gardens Nursery
Cawtaba Purple Crepe Myrtle - America's Gardens Nursery

Cawtaba Purple Crepe Myrtle

$49.99

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Description

Catawba Crape Myrtle, a small flowering tree, has long-lasting dark purple flowers that appear in the late summer.  With bronze-colored new leaves in the spring, its brilliant orange-red fall color, coupled with its interesting smooth bark makes for great year-round interest. It has been bred to be mildew resistant.

Care

Requires full sun for optimal bloom production and healthy growth. Prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Water regularly during dry periods; drought-tolerant once established. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and encourage vigorous blooms. Best grown in zones 6-9. 

Growth Habit

Cawtaba typically reaching 10–15 feet in height and 8–14 feet in width. It features a rounded, multi-stemmed upright habit, known for its deep purple blooms in summer and brilliant orange-red fall foliage.

Toxicity

Considered non-toxic to pets and deer resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Catawba Crape Myrtle, a small flowering tree, has long-lasting dark purple flowers that appear in the late summer.  With bronze-colored new leaves in the spring, its brilliant orange-red fall color, coupled with its interesting smooth bark makes for great year-round interest. It has been bred to be mildew resistant.

Care

Requires full sun for optimal bloom production and healthy growth. Prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Water regularly during dry periods; drought-tolerant once established. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the tree and encourage vigorous blooms. Best grown in zones 6-9. 

Growth Habit

Cawtaba typically reaching 10–15 feet in height and 8–14 feet in width. It features a rounded, multi-stemmed upright habit, known for its deep purple blooms in summer and brilliant orange-red fall foliage.

Toxicity

Considered non-toxic to pets and deer resistant. 

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.