Although native to eastern Asia, crape myrtles (Lagerstroemia) are almost indispensable in the Southern landscape. Their vibrantly colored flowers in shades of pink, purple, red and white from May to ...

Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is a beloved choice for many North American gardeners, known for its stunning summer blooms, vibrant foliage in the fall, and impressive bark. With its ability to ...

Hanoi’s summer is welcomed by not only the songs of cicadas, the calls of koels and the reddish hues of flamboyant flowers, but also the bright purple tones of giant crape-myrtle flowers, known in ...

Although native to eastern Asia, crape myrtles are indispensable in the Southern landscape. Its vibrantly colored flowers in shades of pink, purple, red and white from May to September virtually ...

Crepe myrtle shrubs and trees are in full bloom this time of year. I’ve seen some nice specimens in local landscapes as well as at the old airport, in some cemeteries and in Hilo parking lots. The ...

Get to know sweet myrtle, a hardy, evergreen herb that has few problems and many culinary uses. Hardy evergreen, shrubby herb. Compact, attractive, with small 1-inch white flowers in early summer, ...

According to Dr. Robert Black of the University of Florida, crape myrtle is one of the most rewarding small trees or large shrubs for the landscape. It's ease of propagation, long blooming period and ...

Add purple plants to your yard and enjoy the bold, colorful blooms all season long. We found purple flowering plants for ...