Description
The Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Arapaho', also known as Elfensering, is a spectacular addition to any garden. This exotic shrub or small tree is known for its striking and prolonged flowering, with bright red flowers that are a real eye-catcher from summer to autumn.
Features:
- Bloom: 'Arapaho' starts flowering in July and continues into autumn. The large, bright red flower clusters can grow up to 20 cm long and attract many bees and other pollinators.
- Sheet: The new leaves sprout in a striking colour, later changing to green, and turning a brilliant red-purple in autumn. The leaves are oval and sometimes round with a slightly wavy edge.
Growth and Maintenance:
- Size: This fast-growing tree can grow up to 6m tall and remains relatively narrow at about 2.5m wide. It easily grows 90cm per year under good conditions.
- Location: 'Arapaho' thrives best in full sun in a warm location. It can grow in rich to medium soil, including heavy clay, if well-drained and with regular deep irrigation in summer.
- Resistance: This hybrid is mildew-resistant and disease-resistant. Young trees may suffer some frost damage, but recover quickly in summer. Mature trees are well resistant to cold.
Application:
- Use: Ideal for medium to large gardens, public parks and as a solitary tree. With its slender and upright growth habit, it fits well in urban environments and along roads.
- Maintenance: Easy to prune, 'Arapaho' is best pruned back in spring to encourage new growth and abundant flowering.
The Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Arapaho' is a robust and striking choice for any gardener looking for a low-maintenance, long-flowering tree with brilliant colours throughout the seasons. Add this beautiful Elfensering to your garden and enjoy its rich blooms and striking autumn hues year after year.
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