Crape myrtle garden profile
Crape myrtle garden profile
Lagerstroemia
Crape myrtle: 114 referenced varieties, exposure sun, chalky, well-drained, fertile, light soil, recorded height 0,5 m to 5 m, uses and selection for a character garden.
Directory profile prepared – July 2026
Crape myrtle garden profile groups 114 referenced varieties or forms in the Chatelain plant database. This shrub group is read through exposure sun, chalky, well-drained, fertile, light soil and a recorded mature size of 0,5 m to 5 m.
Genus identity card
Varieties to notice
| Variety | Colour / habit | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Bergerac’ | pink, red – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Berlingot Menthe’ | white, pink – shrub habit | 0,5 m to 1 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Berry Dazzle Gamadvi’ | pink, red – shrub habit | 0,5 m to 1 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Best Red’ | red – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Blush’ | white, pink – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Crimson Red’ | red – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Lavender Lace’ | blue, pink – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Mystic Magenta’ | violet – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Pavé Pink’ | red – shrub habit | 2,5 m to 3 m |
| Lagerstroemia indica ‘Black Diamond Purely Purple’ | violet – shrub habit | 1,5 m to 2 m |
The Crape myrtle directory helps choose a garden scene before a variety: habit, exposure and mature volume come before flower appeal.
– Les Jardins d’un Chatelain
Directory reading
Crape myrtle: 114 referenced varieties, exposure sun, chalky, well-drained, fertile, light soil, recorded height 0,5 m to 5 m, uses and selection for a character garden.
The table highlights distinct reference entries to give a concrete view of the group and guide realistic garden choices.
The Chatelain Method
Observe
Read the light before purchase: sun.
Diagnose
Check that the soil matches the dominant need: chalky, well-drained, fertile.
Correct
Choose a variety by mature volume, not only by flower.
Prevent
Watch water, wind and root competition during the first season.
Frequently asked questions
Where should Crape myrtle garden profile be placed?
The record mainly points to sun. The final position also depends on wind, afternoon heat and mature volume.
What soil is suitable?
The group mainly needs chalky, well-drained, fertile soil. Prepare soil structure before planting.
How many varieties are referenced?
114 varieties or forms are grouped in the local directory for this genus or horticultural group.