Bright, Colorful Crape Myrtles Add Life To Dull Landscapes
If your goal is to add color to your landscape this year, there is no better tree for doing just that than the Crape Myrtle tree. This beautiful flowering tree boasts an abundant canopy of rich blooms and a unique multi-trunk form. Available in a multitude of different colors – reds, pinks, purples, whites – it couldn’t be easier to match one to your landscape design.
When looking to add a simple, graceful touch to your yard, take a look at the white Crape Myrtles. The Sarah’s Favorite and Acoma are two lovely Crapes with beautiful white blooms. The Natchez is another creamy white favorite that blooms for up to 110 days! Because white is a neutral color, it works in just about any setting by softening and relaxing the look and feel of the garden.
For a bright, eye-catching look you’ll want to select a red Crape Myrtle. The rich color with draw attention and also pull the whole landscape together. The Arapaho is a traditional red Crape Myrtle that is still a best-seller throughout the country. However, the Dynamite, Cherry Dazzle, and Red Rocket are all considered to be improved varieties with long bloom periods and fuller canopies. If the area you’ve selected for the tree is small, choose a small red Crape such as the cherry dazzle to maximize the effect of the color. For larger areas, you can go with a Dynamite or Arapaho for a big show!
If a delicate, soft look is what you’re going for, a pink or purple Crape Myrtle will be best. The light pastel colors add warmth to the landscape while still drawing the eye. Muskogee, Royalty, and Twilight are gorgeous purple selections, while Miami, Pink Velour, and Sioux are sure bets for pink.
No matter what look or feel you are trying to attain with your landscape, Crape Myrtles can transform your yard. With bloom periods up to 120 days (4 months!) and little maintenance ever required, these beautiful flowering trees are sure to spice up your property for minimal effort from you. Be sure to speak with a qualified vendor in your area about Crape Myrtle trees for your yard.
