Crape Myrtle 'Cherry Mocha' BARISTA - Lagerstroemia
Lagerstroemia 'Cherry Mocha'
Mature Height: 2 to 3 ft.
Mature Spread: 2 to 3 ft
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| Bloom Color: | Dark pink |
| Bloom Period: | Late summer to fall |
| Genus & Species: | Lagerstroemia 'Cherry Mocha' |
| Mature Height: | 2 to 3 ft. |
| Mature Spread: | 2 to 3 ft |
| Plant Spacing: | 6 to 8 inches |
| Planting Depth: | Plant even with root crown |
| Planting Time: | Spring or fall planting - comes out of dormancy later than most plants |
| Soil Type: | Well drained soil. |
| Sun Exposure: | Full sun (6+ hours) |
| Zone: | 5 to 9 |
'Cherry Mocha' is part of the BARISTA® Collection series of dwarf crape myrtles will give you all the best qualities of a crape myrtle in a compact shape with enhanced disease resistance and cold heartiness. These compact crape myrtles are a very fast growing shrub that fills with gorgeous clusters of dark pink blooms from July to September, and both beautiful, hearty, and very drought resistant once established. The dark green leaves provide a perfect backdrop for the blooms and a beautiful contrast to the brighter greens of your garden.
The blooms of a crape myrtle are a magnificent display that attract flocks of hummingbirds and butterflies through the summer months. These dark pink crape myrtles produce 4” to 6” clusters of dark pink flowers that can last for many weeks or even months. The leaves of crape myrtles are a unique glossy dark mocha/green. compared to other crape myrtles the Cherry Mocha is slower growing, but can reach 2 to 3 feet if not pruned. Cherry Mocha keeps a shrub like form, which makes it perfect for a shrub border, a backdrop in front of a fence, lining a drive, or planting on the corner of a house.
General care for any tree or shrub is easy, but like any living thing will require your attention. Please educate yourself and follow these simple rules.
Crape Myrtle 'Cherry Mocha' BARISTA - Lagerstroemia
Crape Myrtles will bloom on new wood, pruning winter die-back in the spring is recommended. Otherwise only prune for visual appeal. Crape myrtles thrive in full sun and dry well drained soil. Supplemental watering is recommended until the plant is established.