{"product_id":"purple-crape-myrtle","title":"Purple Crape Myrtle – Sun-Loving Ornamental Tree for Southern California Landscapes","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSoCalPlant Purple Crape Myrtle, Catawba\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoCalPlant Purple Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba') is a sun-loving ornamental tree with purple blooms from spring to summer. Matures to 15 ft tall and 20 ft wide, ideal for entryways, driveways, and corners in full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePurple Crape Myrtle – Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom SoCalPlant, the Purple Crape Myrtle is a sun-loving ornamental tree that delivers a stunning show of deep purple blossoms from spring through summer. Perfect for warm-season gardens, entryways, and landscape corners, it combines striking color with approachable, low-maintenance care.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/b\u003e: Lagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBloom color\u003c\/b\u003e: Rich dark purple flowers that brighten the landscape from spring to summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth habit \/ Size\u003c\/b\u003e: Mature to about 15 ft in height and 20 ft in width with a graceful, multi-stem silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight requirements\u003c\/b\u003e: Partial to full sun for optimal flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering needs\u003c\/b\u003e: Regular watering to establish; adapts well to typical garden irrigation once settled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e: Native to Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand assurance\u003c\/b\u003e: Sourced from SoCalPlant, a trusted provider of garden-ready, healthy plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefits: This vibrant, low-maintenance tree brings year‑round value to your outdoor space. Its dramatic summer bloom creates a focal point in any yard or patio area, while the substantial canopy provides welcome shade during hot days. The Purple Crape Myrtle thrives in a variety of soils and settings, making it an excellent choice for entryways, driveways, or as a standout specimen along a pathway. Its pollinator-friendly blossoms invite bees and butterflies to your garden, boosting biodiversity and adding life to your landscape. For best results, plant in a sunny location, water regularly during establishment, and enjoy a dependable, visually striking centerpiece for seasons to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLagerstroemia indica 'Catawba'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurple Crape Myrtle originates from Asia and is commonly known for its rich dark purple blooming flowers in the spring to summer. Easy to care for, these trees require partial to full sunlight exposure with regular watering. 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