Myrtle
Tuesday, July 26th, 2011
Myrtle
Myrtle
A Hardy Crape Myrtle Tree with True Red Blooms
Crape Myrtles are a well-known choice for gardeners simply because of their low upkeep stunning shades and very lengthy bloom period lasting nearly 3 and a half months. Crape Myrtles are most well-liked in the south gaining the nickname the lilac of the south but are loved by gardeners across the region. Their scientific phrase Lagerstroemia was coined in 1759 in order to honor Magnus von Lagerstroem an avid naturalist. The widespread identify in America Crape Myrtle is derived from the crape-like physical appearance of the flower and the resemblance of the foliage to the actual myrtle Myrtus Communis. This week we are featuring a hardy Crape Myrtle tree with incredible large ruby red blooms without having even a hint of pink- ‘Dynamite’ – - the truest red of any Crape Myrtle tree.
Produced by Oaklahoma’s Dr. Carl Whitcomb in 1998 ‘Dynamite’ creates abundant clusters of absolutely magnificent deep red flowers from crimson buds they will enliven your backyard from mid summer season till autumn. The blooms can achieve fifteen inches long and of program have the crape paper appear that we (more…)
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