Carol DM
This tree can be spelled different ways. I use Crepe Myrtle. Some use Crape Myrtle. The scientific name is lagerstroemia crape myrtle. The traditional Southern spelling is “Crepe Myrtle” (because the delicate flowers resemble crepe paper). However, across the US, it is more commonly found as “Crape Myrtle”. In Europe and Australia and other countries they use the Scientific Name, Lagerstroemia Crape Myrtle. So now you know!
I enjoy my Crepe Myrtle tree each year. It is a crimson color and is on the side of my house. It covers up all the meters and telephone boxes, etc. It is great as it grows each year and comes back year after year. I do cut it back at the end of summer so it does not grow over the top of the house. Some like to let it grow but I prefer, since this one is up against my house, to trim it each year. Love the blooms and there are berries that the birds enjoy as well. Enjoy your day!
©CarolDM2018
365 Photos Challenge Day 239
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Have you seen a Crepe Myrtle tree before?
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I love crape myrtle trees. The first time I saw one in a yard I asked the home owner what it was. It was gorgeous. Now I notice them all over town and we even have one on our block.
Good to see you Barbara. I love them as well. I see a lot but not many crimson.
Well done! Nice post!!!
Thank you for your comment Georgi.
Very pretty! I don’t think I have seen one in person…but I have heard of the name.
They are so pretty, thank you. They have been around forever.
Thank you very much for your kind comment.
I wouldn’t mind that in my garden some day. One day when I have the patience to plant and nurture nature like you do.
They are very easy to grow and maintain. There are also bushes instead of trees for those who do not have the room. Very highly recommended Bradley. You are so kind.
Lovely tree and very beautiful.
Thanks Pam, good to see you.
Beautiful and heart touching tree.
Thanks for the kind comment.
You weren’t kidding–it’s beautiful color! That you have a lighter brick must make it quite brilliant. I’m always amazed at what prolific bloomers they are.
I love this tree and the crimson can be seen from all over the yard. Yes it does well against the lighter brick for sure. Thank you! And no maintenance except at the end of the blooming season.
Absolutely beautiful tree and thank you for sharing
Thank you so much my friend!
I have always seen them in photos and love them but I don’t think they can grow in this zone
I have read they are winter hardy to Zone 7.
I am Zone 3 so I’m out of luck
Sorry but I am sure there are other choices out there.
My grandmother loved flowers too. Her favorite was lilac, but she had killer peonies, and hollyhocks among many others as well.
So nice to remember these things Ann.
Gorgeous flowers on that one, Carol. I don’t have anything that bright, not even the bottle brush.
Thank you Ann, one of my favorites. My Grandmother always had one in her yard. Good memories.
That is such a beautiful tree Carol. I’m definitely going to see about getting one of these for my garden. It’s a beautiful photo.
Thank you so much, I posted the entire tree awhile back but I just love these crimson blooms. Good to see you.