Someone will contact you within 2-3 business days to set-up a day and time that works for you. Lagerstroemia 'Purple Magic' (Crape Myrtle) is a compact, deciduous shrub with abundant clusters of crinkly, vivid purple flowers at its branch tips in early summer. Does Not Include Furniture Deliveries)įurniture delivery includes assembly of your product along with final placement.ĭeliveries are done by a third party. Someone will contact you within 24 hours to finalize a delivery date.įlat Fee Delivery Rates (Online Orders Only. Due to extremely high seasonal demand and truck limitations, expect some delivery delays. On the day of scheduled pick up, bring your emailed receipt and when you arrive at the store, just follow the signs to the designated online pick up area.ĭelivery is offered to Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Manhattan. Orders will be processed within 24 hours and someone will notify you via email when your order is available to be picked up. Store pickup is available during normal business hours at our Westbury NY store.
#PURPLE COW CRAPE MYRTLE SERIES#
Magic series Crape Myrtles grow up to 10 feet tall and wide.After you have placed the item(s) in your cart and proceed to "CHECKOUT" - there will be an option to select your preferred delivery method: Store Pick Up or Delivery. You can choose a variety that is only 5 feet tall up to varieties that grow over 30 feet tall. Avoid the need to over prune your tree by choosing a variety that fits best in your chosen spot. MaintenanceĬrape Myrtles do not generally require pruning, but if needed, prune when they are dormant to remove any dead, dying, or crowded branches. If you know your soil is on the basic side choose a fertilizer that is for acid loving plants. Choose a balanced, slow release fertilizer. Fertilizingįertilize in early spring and when planting to give your tree a boost and help it achieve the best blooms. Crape Myrtles are drought tolerant once established. After this establishment period, water deeply about once weekly when conditions are dry.
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A big plus is that its only semi-deciduous. Purple Magic Crape Myrtles should be watered deeply about 2 times per week after planting for about 3 months. Its blooms are lilac-purple and the plant is more tropical (hardy to Zone 10A). Mulching helps keep soil moist and protects roots during temperature extremes. Do not allow the mulch to touch the trunk as these increases the chances of pests and disease. Mulching with a 2-3 inch layer of pine straw or pine bark is ideal for crape myrtles. Crape Myrtles do enjoy a slightly acidic soil with a pH range of 5.0 or 6.5 being ideal, but as long as your soil isn't extremely alkaline there is no need to modify it.
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These trees prefer full sun, but can tolerate some shade and are adaptable to just about any soil as long as it is well-draining. The Magic series crape myrtles are extremely resistant to Powdery Mildew and other diseases. For severe infections use pesticides like carbaryl, also known as Sevin. You can treat aphids naturally with horticultural oil, neem oil, or insecticidal soap. Minor infections aren't likely to cause problems, but a severe infection can weaken your tree. Aphids are one of the few pests that attack crape myrtles.
There are not many pests or diseases that cause severe problems for crape myrtles. Proper location choice, watering and fertilization are the keys to your success.
The best way to prevent disease and pests is by providing the appropriate care for your plants. Purple Magic Crape Myrtles grow in zones 7-9. If you follow growing zone guidelines for your particular variety you can plant your purple crape myrtle just about any time of year. Luckily purple flower trees are pretty easy to grow and don't require much maintenance at all. Sit back and relax and let this show-stopping Crepe Myrtle perform magic before your eyes! Crape Myrtle Tree Comparisonsīe sure you choose the right location and have the appropriate conditions for your new Purple Magic Crape Myrtle to thrive. Give it sunlight and good drainage and it will take off with little maintenance. Not only is this tree bursting with color and compact, but it is also resistant to disease.Ĭompact, dense, and colorful, this tree/shrub variation of the Crape Myrtle is absolutely stunning. Growing only 6 to 8 feet high makes this a perfect, compact ornamental tree to dress up any landscape. An additional perk of the Magic Series Crape myrtles is the size.Ī smaller and more compact dwarf crape myrtle, this tree easily transforms into a nice hedge with its round, bushy form. New growth starts out as a red in the spring before turning green in the summer. The Purple Magic Crape Myrtle produces an abundance of crinkly, purple blooms from July to September. The intensely pigmented violet-purple blooms set the Purple Magic Crape Myrtle apart from other dwarf crape myrtles. These crape myrtle trees showcase new color combinations, compact size, and disease resistance. Do you love crape myrtles but hate the diseases associated with them? Meet the new and improved First Editions® Magic™ Crape Myrtle Series.
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