Lagerstroemia Red

Red Furush (botanically known as Lagerstroemia indica, commonly called Red Crape Myrtle or Crepe Myrtle) is a popular, highly decorative flowering shrub or small tree prized for its clusters of vibrant red, papery flowers and dark greenish-bronze or deep purple leaves.

Key Characteristics

• Botanical Family: Lythraceae

• Growth Habit: Deciduous ornamental shrub to small tree that can grow from 4 to 12 feet (or dwarf cultivars kept much smaller in pots).

• Flowers: Crinkled, tissue-paper-like bright red petals that bloom in large terminal clusters (panicles).

• Foliage: Deep green to bronze-purple tinged leaves that often turn vibrant shades of orange, red, or yellow in autumn.

• Bloom Time: Heavy, continuous blooming throughout late spring, summer, and autumn.

Plant Care & Growing Guide

• Sunlight Requirements

  • Requires full direct sunlight (at least 6 hours daily) for maximum flowering and rich leaf coloration.

  • Insufficient light leads to weak flowering and makes the plant prone to powdery mildew.

• Watering

  • Water regularly during active growth and hot weather to keep the soil moderately moist.

  • Mature plants are moderately drought-tolerant; always ensure topsoil dries slightly between waterings to prevent root rot.

• Soil & Potting Mix

  • Thrives in rich, well-draining garden soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.

  • A mix of garden soil, river sand/perlite, and organic compost or vermicompost works best for pot growth.

• Temperature & Environment

  • Loves warm, tropical, and subtropical conditions.

  • Goes dormant in cold winter months, dropping leaves, and sprouts fresh new shoots in early spring.

• Fertilization

  • Apply a balanced organic fertilizer, mustard cake fertilizer, or bone meal in early spring to kickstart growth, followed by liquid plant food during the blooming season.

• Pruning

  • Prune in late winter or early spring while the plant is dormant.

  • Pruning encourages vigorous new growth, which produces the current season's flower clusters.