If you are looking for a colorful focal point to your yard, the Crape Myrtle is a wonderfully diverse tree species. It’s flowers bloom in an assortment of colors based on species, its leaves provide a beautiful autumnal display, and the bark of the tree is soft and colorful. It can be an excellent addition to any landscape.
Colors of the Crape Myrtle flowers range from pinks and purples, to vibrant yellows, reds, and whites. The bark of a Crape Myrtle is often smooth, with a cinnamon or light grey coloration. In some species, the bark can be easily peeled away to reveal another layer of bark with a pink tint.
The plant reaches full color in early August, in the full heat of the summer; but its incredible beauty continues throughout the year. As autumn sets in, the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange, gold, and red; complementing the bark below wonderfully. In some species, the leaves may even turn to a dark purple. In the winter time, the tree lies dormant but the bare branches and trunk show its color strikingly well against the white backdrop of snowfall. The leaves begin to grow back in the late spring; and can be quite the focal point in your yard.
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