Baton Rouge Crape Myrtle ~ A Miniature Marvel with Rich Watermelon Red Blooms, Perfect for Borders or Hedges, Matures 4-5ft Tall & Wide, Ships 6in+ Tall Well-Rooted in Pot w/Soil

Transform your landscape with the Baton Rouge Crape Myrtle, a stunning miniature variety that reaches a mature height and width of 4-5 feet. This compact beauty showcases extraordinary dark watermelon red blooms with subtle pink undertones, creating a spectacular display from summer through fall. The show continues into autumn as the foliage transitions into vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, while the light beige and tan bark adds year-round interest. Perfect for hedges and borders, this naturally bushy plant thrives in full sunlight and adapts to various soil types. Each plant ships well-rooted in a 1.15-quart pot, standing 6+ inches tall. Ideal for USDA zones 7-10, the Baton Rouge Crape Myrtle requires regular watering during establishment but becomes drought resistant once established. Its moderate growth rate and manageable size make it an excellent choice for both small gardens and larger landscapes where a pop of rich color is desired.

• MATURE SIZE: Compact crape myrtle that grows to 4-5 feet tall and wide, perfect for small gardens and landscape borders
• FLOWERING: Dark watermelon red blooms with pink undertones that provide stunning summer-to-fall color display
• PLANTING ZONES: Thrives in USDA zones 7-10, requiring full sunlight (6+ hours daily) for optimal blooming
• MAINTENANCE: Drought resistant once established, adapts to various soil types, requires regular watering during establishment
• SEASONAL FEATURES: Displays vibrant red, orange, and yellow fall foliage with attractive light beige and tan exfoliating bark
• VERSATILE USE: Ideal as a border or small hedge. Excellent potted variety for small spaces and full sun patios.
• POLLINATOR FRIENDLY: Attract bees, humming birds and butterflies to your garden.
• SEED PRODUCTION FEEDS WILDLIFE: Sprout your own crape myrtles from seeds, or allow them to remain on the trees all winter providing food for small birds
• GROWN IN USA: Proudly grown by small, family-owned business in Florida. Your patronage means the world to us!