Miss Sandra Crape Myrtle

About this plant

The Miss Sandra Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Miss Sandra') is a truly exceptional ornamental tree, celebrated for its long season of mesmerizing fuchsia-pink flowers. These abundant, ruffled blooms create a spectacular visual display from summer into early autumn, transforming your landscape with a burst of joyous color. Beyond its floral show, 'Miss Sandra' boasts attractive cinnamon-colored exfoliating bark, adding year-round interest and architectural appeal, especially during the winter months. This cultivar presents a vigorous, upright growth habit, maturing into a multi-stemmed specimen with an elegant, vase-like shape. Its adaptability and disease resistance make it a stalwart choice for a variety of garden settings, from stately specimen plantings to vibrant accents along property lines or in mixed borders. Ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance yet high-impact tree, the Miss Sandra Crape Myrtle delivers reliable beauty and a touch of Southern charm to any garden. Its dense foliage provides a lush green backdrop, further enhancing the brilliance of its summer flowers, making it a garden superstar.

Care & maintenance

Plant in well-drained soil. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage new growth. Remove spent flowers to promote continuous blooming. Fertilize annually in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Relatively low maintenance once established.