Also known as "Lilac of the South" due to its popularity in zones 7 to 9, crape myrtle is a deciduous shrub or small tree that explodes with white, deep rose, or magenta blossoms from July to ...

Crape myrtles put on their best displays in August, with colorful blooms continuing through the hottest part of summer in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9. Although these shrubs and trees are generally easy ...

This flowering tree grows roughly 20 feet tall and wide, making it a great option for a living privacy screen. Plus, the gorgeous blooms enhance your landscape.

If you have a spot for a specimen shrub or tree, consider planting a crape myrtle. They are cold hardy, produce attractive flowers, and may also provide some free pest control. Since we are on the ...