| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia x 'Plum Magic' PP23518 |
| Description | Part of the Magic® series, this semi-dwarf variety is prized for its multi-season interest and exceptional resistance to leaf spot and powdery mildew. It is highly resilient in Houston's summer sun. While it can tolerate various soil types, it requires a well-drained location; it will struggle in heavy, saturated clay that remains waterlogged after our frequent Gulf Coast rainstorms. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Required for best foliage color and flower production) |
| Height x Width | 6-10' Height x 6-10' Width |
| Water | Moderate; once established, it is drought tolerant. Regular deep watering is beneficial during peak summer droughts. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new foliage emerges. |
| Pruning | Minimal; prune in late winter only to shape or remove dead wood. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage a second bloom cycle. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Lagerstroemia x 'Plum Magic' PP23518 |
| Description | Part of the Magic® series, this semi-dwarf variety is prized for its multi-season interest and exceptional resistance to leaf spot and powdery mildew. It is highly resilient in Houston's summer sun. While it can tolerate various soil types, it requires a well-drained location; it will struggle in heavy, saturated clay that remains waterlogged after our frequent Gulf Coast rainstorms. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Required for best foliage color and flower production) |
| Height x Width | 6-10' Height x 6-10' Width |
| Water | Moderate; once established, it is drought tolerant. Regular deep watering is beneficial during peak summer droughts. |
| Zones | 6 - 9 |
| Fertilization | Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new foliage emerges. |
| Pruning | Minimal; prune in late winter only to shape or remove dead wood. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage a second bloom cycle. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |