{"product_id":"crystalline-crape-myrtle-2gal","title":"CRYSTALLINE CRAPE MYRTLE 2gal","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:649\"\u003eReady to brighten your landscape with brilliant white blooms? The Crystalline Crape Myrtle is an exceptional choice! \u003cspan class=\"citation-5 citation-end-5\"\u003eThis stunning deciduous shrub or small tree offers a prolonged season of pure white flowers that emerge from summer through fall, creating a breathtaking contrast against its unique, near-black foliage.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This compact variety typically reaches a manageable size of 6 feet tall and 4 feet wide, making it versatile for various garden uses, from a striking specimen plant to an elegant flowering hedge along a driveway or fence. Its tidy growth habit means less fuss for you, maintaining its beautiful shape naturally.\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:557\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-4 citation-end-4\"\u003eThe Crystalline Crape Myrtle thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce its most abundant blooms and maintain that gorgeous dark foliage.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-3 citation-end-3\"\u003eIt's wonderfully adaptable to a wide range of well-draining soils, and once established, it boasts excellent drought and heat tolerance, making it a perfect fit for our Arizona climate.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Plus, you'll be pleased to know that like many crape myrtles, it exhibits good resistance to deer and powdery mildew, ensuring a healthy and vibrant display.\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:672\"\u003eTo give your Crystalline Crape Myrtle the best start, incorporate Watters Premium Mulch into the planting area. \u003cspan class=\"citation-2 citation-end-2\"\u003eThis rich, organic mulch will help retain crucial soil moisture, reduce weed competition, and slowly release nutrients as it breaks down, fostering strong root development.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-1\"\u003eFor ongoing health and spectacular blooms, feed your plant with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1\"\u003eWatters 7-4-4 All-Purpose Plant Food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-1 citation-end-1\"\u003e on our recommended holiday schedule (Easter, July 4th, Halloween, and New Year's).\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-0 citation-end-0\"\u003eThis special blend is formulated for our local soils, providing the essential nutrients to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering all season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:84\"\u003e#CrystallineCrapeMyrtle #WhiteFlowers #BlackFoliage #DroughtTolerant #WattersGardens\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"J. Berry Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44568430477520,"sku":"SH-FL-2-CRAPEMYRTLE-CRYSTALLINE","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8331\/3360\/files\/CRYSTALLINECRAPEMYRTLE.png?v=1747833604","url":"https:\/\/wattersgardencenter.com\/products\/crystalline-crape-myrtle-2gal","provider":"Watters Garden Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}