Plant field guide
Crepe Myrtle (Tuscarora)
Large tree-form crape myrtle with stunning coral-pink flowers and excellent mildew resistance. Beautiful tan exfoliating bark provides winter interest. A National Arboretum introduction.
Growing requirements
- Scientific name
- Lagerstroemia 'Tuscarora'
- Sun
- full sun
- Water
- low
- Height
- 144 in (366 cm) – 240 in (610 cm)
- Spread
- 120 in (305 cm) – 180 in (457 cm)
- Spacing
- Not recorded
- Hardiness zones & minimum temperature
- USDA 6–9; average annual extreme minimum from -10°F (-23.3°C). Hardiness does not predict local frost dates.
- Difficulty
- easy
Planting & seasonal timing
Northern Hemisphere planting months: not yet verified in our database.
Northern Hemisphere pruning months: February, March.
For the Southern Hemisphere, these seasonal windows shift approximately six months. Check your local frost forecast, soil temperature, and species requirements; calendar months are not a guarantee of planting safety.
Outstanding mildew resistance. Strong upright-vase form. Excellent for street planting or large landscapes. National Arboretum hybrid.
Pruning
Light pruning in late winter. Remove crossing branches and suckers. Never top.
Fertilizer
Balanced slow-release
Early spring
Mulch
3-4 inches of organic mulch.