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| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' |
| Description | Prized for being the first true-red crape myrtle, 'Dynamite' offers spectacular crimson flower clusters and orange-red fall foliage. It is exceptionally well-suited to the Houston climate and shows high resistance to powdery mildew. While it adapts to many soil types, it requires a well-drained site; it will struggle in heavy, saturated clay that remains waterlogged after heavy rain. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Crucial for the most intense red flower color and plant health) |
| Height x Width | 15-20' Height x 10-15' Width |
| Water | Moderate; once established, it is very drought tolerant. Ensure deep watering during peak Houston summer dry spells. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new leaves emerge. |
| Pruning | Prune in late winter to maintain shape or remove dead wood. Avoid "topping" to maintain the natural tree form. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit II' |
| Description | Prized for being the first true-red crape myrtle, 'Dynamite' offers spectacular crimson flower clusters and orange-red fall foliage. It is exceptionally well-suited to the Houston climate and shows high resistance to powdery mildew. While it adapts to many soil types, it requires a well-drained site; it will struggle in heavy, saturated clay that remains waterlogged after heavy rain. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Crucial for the most intense red flower color and plant health) |
| Height x Width | 15-20' Height x 10-15' Width |
| Water | Moderate; once established, it is very drought tolerant. Ensure deep watering during peak Houston summer dry spells. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new leaves emerge. |
| Pruning | Prune in late winter to maintain shape or remove dead wood. Avoid "topping" to maintain the natural tree form. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |