These starter plants are less than 12 inches tall when we ship them. Pictures used for this web store depict mature plants of the correct species. Latin Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit IV' This fast-growing, multi-stemmed, small tree or shrub has clusters of ruby red flowers all summer. Its glossy, green foliage that turns bronze-red in the fall grows 15-20 feet tall(10-15 feet wide). Plant in groups to make a statement all year-round. Amount of Sunlight: Full sun Amount of Water: Water regularly; more frequent watering in extreme heat Soil Conditions: Prefers dry, well-drained soil Cold Hardiness Zone: 6-9 This easy-to-grow evergreen shrub needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system. After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, then watering is needed regularly. Pruning is recommended once per year.
