Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Tuscarora' (Tuscarora Crape Myrtle)

Average Landscape Size: 18–22 ft tall × 15–18 ft wide; can reach 25+ ft if unpruned; mature, vase-shaped specimen

Sun Requirements: Full sun; 6+ hours daily for best flowering

Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 7–9; extremely hardy in Houston-area winters

Fertilization & Pruning: Balanced fertilizer in spring; prune in late winter if needed, avoid topping

Detailed Description: This is your instant mature landscape solution! This massive 30-gallon Tuscarora Crape Myrtle gives you 18 to 22 feet of immediate shade and presence with those stunning coral-pink blooms from summer through fall. Here in our area, this creates instant curb appeal that would normally take 10+ years to achieve. You get immediate shade for your home, gorgeous seasonal color, and that beautiful exfoliating bark for year-round interest. Perfect when you need mature landscaping right now!