Lagerstroemia indica Cordon Bleu - Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica Cordon Bleu - Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica Cordon Bleu - Crape Myrtle
Lagerstroemia indica Cordon Bleu
Crape Myrtle, Crepe Myrtle, Indian Lilac
Young plant arrived dry delivered at a height of 15 and not 25/30 cm (10/12in) as promised. Deciduous young plant without visible bud. We will see in some time if the plant starts again...
Sylvie, 02/02/2021
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Description
Invite the Lagerstroemia indica Cordon Bleu, also known as Indian Lilac or Summer Lilac, into your garden! This deciduous shrub is ultra-resistant and will captivate you with its compact habit and its breathtaking summer flowering in lavender blue.
The Summer Lilac Cordon Bleu belongs to the Lythraceae family. Contrary to what its name suggests, it is not native to India but to China and Japan. This variety resembles a bonsai in size as it does not exceed 1 metre height. It will be a charming centerpiece in your garden (as a standalone plant or in a flowering hedge) and will delight you with a daily show.
Starting from spring, this bush is adorned with dark green, oval-shaped, leathery leaves measuring 8 cm (3.1 in) in length, which turn bronze in autumn. In late summer, when few trees are flowering, it transforms itself into a sublime and intense display of pyramid-shaped inflorescences called thyrses, as delicate as crepe paper. In winter, it reveals a smooth bark marbled with mousy grey, cinnamon, and light pink, peeling off in flakes.
We have imagined a simple tricolour plant tapestry as a ground cover to enhance the Summer Lilac Cordon Bleu. A weave of candytuft, oregano, and thyme will dress the base of its trunk, highlight its bark, and reflect its magnificent flowering.
We advise you to plant this tree in spring, when frost is no longer a concern, in a sunny and sheltered location, in rich, moist, well-drained, preferably non-calcareous soil. It will appreciate added compost and a thick layer of dead leaves, especially during the first two winters in cold regions.
It is necessary to prune the flowering branches very short in February-March, leaving only 4 to 6 buds to balance its branches and stimulate the growth of future flower-bearing branches. If necessary, remove weak twigs and poorly positioned branches.
NB: Karl Von Linné named this tree to honour his friend Magnus Von Lagestroem (1696-1759), who had sent it to him from India for identification. Originally, this tree was used to decorate Chinese temples. We would like to mention that this tree produces fruits with narcotic effects if ingested.
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Flowering
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Botanical data
Lagerstroemia
indica
Cordon Bleu
Lythraceae
Crape Myrtle, Crepe Myrtle, Indian Lilac
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
We advise planting Lagerstroemia indica Cordon bleu in spring, when there is no longer a risk of frost, in a sunny and sheltered location, in rich, moist, well-drained, and preferably non-calcareous soil. It will appreciate the addition of compost and a thick layer of dead leaves, especially during the first two winters in cold regions. It is necessary to prune the floriferous branches very short in February-March, leaving only 4 to 6 buds to balance its habit and stimulate the growth of future flower-bearing branches. If necessary, remove weak twigs and poorly positioned branches.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.