Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Kiowa’ (Crepe Myrtle)
Lagerstroemia ‘Kiowa’ is a spectacular crepe myrtle renowned for its showy white flowers, striking mottled bark, and excellent disease resistance. It delivers long-lasting summer colour, elegant form, and year-round visual appeal in warm climates.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Kiowa Crepe Myrtle
✔ Abundant white summer flowers - Produces large clusters of crisp white blooms over an extended season.
✔ Outstanding ornamental bark - Smooth, exfoliating bark reveals attractive cream and cinnamon tones.
✔ Strong disease resistance - Selected for excellent resistance to powdery mildew.
✔ Graceful tree form - Develops an elegant, upright canopy ideal for feature planting.
✔ Low-maintenance performer - Reliable flowering with minimal ongoing care.
🏡 How to Use Kiowa Crepe Myrtle in Your Garden
✅ Feature tree - Creates a refined focal point when in flower and through winter bark display.
✅ Street and avenue planting - Popular for councils due to durability and tidy habit.
✅ Medium to large gardens - Ideal where space allows its graceful form to shine.
✅ Lawn or courtyard planting - Provides filtered shade and seasonal interest.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Space 4 to 5 metres apart to allow natural canopy development. Group planting enhances impact and creates a cohesive landscape look, so consider planting multiple trees.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This tree thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Kiowa Crepe Myrtle
How tall does Lagerstroemia ‘Kiowa’ grow?
It typically reaches 6 to 8 metres in height with a broad, spreading canopy.
When does Kiowa Crepe Myrtle flower?
Flowering occurs from early summer through late summer.
Is it suitable for hot climates?
Yes, it performs exceptionally well in hot, sunny conditions.
Does it lose its leaves in winter?
Yes, it is deciduous, allowing winter sunlight through and revealing its decorative bark.
Is it suitable for Australian gardens?
Yes, it performs very well in warm and temperate Australian regions.
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