Crepe Myrtles

Crepe Myrtles

Bring a burst of summer colour and elegant form to your garden with our Crepe Myrtles collection. These flowering trees and shrubs deliver months of blooms, attractive bark, and low-maintenance beauty, perfect for small yards, feature planting, or formal avenues.

🌱 Why Choose Crepe Myrtles

✔ Long-Lasting Blooms – Enjoy vibrant flowers from summer through autumn.
✔ Beautiful Bark & Autumn Colour – Striking bark texture and seasonal foliage interest.
✔ Compact & Versatile Varieties – Great for small gardens, pots, or feature trees.
✔ Drought-Tolerant & Hardy – Low water needs once established and easy to grow.
✔ Perfect for Aussie Gardens – Suited to a wide range of climates and soils.

Top Picks from This Collection

Discover 3 bestsellers customers love from this collection:

- White Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Natchez') – A stunning small tree with crisp white blooms, smooth cinnamon bark, and bronze autumn foliage.
- Pink Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Zuni') – Compact and vibrant with soft pink flowers—ideal for borders or feature planting in tight spaces.
- Acoma Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia 'Acoma') – A graceful weeping variety with white flowers and arching branches—perfect for courtyards or cascading elegance.

🏡 Where Crepe Myrtles Belong in Your Landscape

✅ Street Trees or Avenues – Uniform shape and bloom power make them ideal for lining paths and roads.
✅ Feature Planting in Yards – Use as a striking focal point in lawns or garden beds.
✅ Small Gardens & Courtyards – Compact varieties like Acoma and Zuni fit beautifully into tight spaces.
✅ Formal or Cottage Gardens – Pairs well with roses, hedges, and perennial plantings.

Expert Plant Selection Tip

Plant Crepe Myrtles in full sun for best flowering performance. Ensure well-drained soil, and mulch to conserve moisture. Prune lightly in winter to shape and encourage strong new growth. Space trees according to mature size, Natchez grows taller, while Acoma and Zuni stay compact and manageable.

❔ FAQs About Crepe Myrtles

How long do Crepe Myrtles flower for?
Most bloom for 60–100 days during summer and into early autumn.

Can they grow in pots?
Yes, compact varieties like Zuni and Acoma are excellent in large containers.

Are they drought-tolerant?
Very, once established, they need minimal watering and thrive in hot conditions.

Do they lose their leaves?
Yes, Crepe Myrtles are deciduous and offer lovely autumn colour before dropping leaves in winter.

Do they attract bees and birds?
Yes, flowers are rich in nectar, attracting pollinators throughout the blooming season.

🌿 Ready to Transform Your Space with Crepe Myrtles?

Create your perfect flowering display, shop our Crepe Myrtles collection today!