Lagerstroemia indica 'Autaugaville' ~ Autaugaville Crape Myrtle size-3-5-cal The flower buds puff up

The flower buds puff up like balloons before opening to small purple-blue flowers throughout summer

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Lagerstroemia x Pocomoke 3zz

Prefers part shade and rich well-drained soils

Lagerstroemia indica 'Autaugaville' ~ Autaugaville Crape Myrtle size-3-5-cal The flower buds puff upAutaugaville Crape Myrtle is a small deciduous flowering tree with a multi stemmed trunk and upright branches. The glossy green foliage turns orange red with fall, while the pinkish purple panicles bloom on new wood in summer. Best color in full sun and rich well drained soil. Type: Tree Height: 12' 15' Spread: 10 12' Spacing: 12' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple Season of Interest: Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE