In June 2008 I planted a semi-dwarf Crape Myrtle in my front yard with the intention of adding some summer color to my otherwise mostly green landscape. I was taking a bit of a chance since I live in the Northeast and wasn’t really sure how well this plant, typically seen in the south, would do in my area.
So far it’s been a great success. During the summer months of July and August it was in full bloom with large hot pink flowers. But, the real show started about a week ago when the leaves turned bright yellow and orange.
If you’re looking for a shrub or small tree with outstanding fall color, try Hopi Crape Myrtle - Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Hopi'.
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