Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Tuskegee' ~ Tuskegee Crape Myrtle red-bloom Susceptible to borers

Susceptible to borers

shiny green basal leaves are deeply veined with a broad wavy cream margin

Fragrant Honeysuckle is a stiff branched bushy deciduous shrub with a spreading habit and dark green leaves that can have a blue ting

Watch for common houseplant pests including mites

IMAGE: Photo by Leonora (Ellie) Enking

Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Tuskegee' ~ Tuskegee Crape Myrtle red-bloom Susceptible to borersTuskegee Crape Myrtle! It's a beautiful variety of Crape Myrtle that is known for its stunning deep red flowers and attractive bark. This particular cultivar was developed by the United States National Arboretum and is named after Tuskegee University in Alabama. It's a medium sized tree that can reach a height of around 15 20 feet and is loved for its long lasting blooms during the summer months. Type: Shrub Height: 15' 20' Spread: 15 20' Spacing: 18'