Black Diamond Best Red Crape Myrtle is a stunning plant with near-black foliage with bright red blooms. It is perfect as a statement piece for petite landscapes or for more mass plantings on larger properties. Vivid crimson blooms add instant drama with just the right amount of class to the garden.
USDA zones 6-10
Mature size 96″ W x 144″ H
Deciduous – Foliage loss in winter and new growth in early spring
Full sun to partial shade; Blooms summer through first frost
Used in containers, landscapes, and as accents
Recommended spacing 80-96 inches
Botanical Name: Best Red™ Black Diamond® Crapemyrtle
Ships Dormant winter through early spring
Plants are trimmed at times when shipped to promote plant health
Average shipping height – 2.25g 20-24 inches, 7g 30-34 inches
These have elevated my back yard so well. Impressed by the packaging, as I was worried about sipping a plant of this size but they took great care to get it here safely and healthy. The dark leaf color is showstopping
Rated 5 out of 5
Peter S. –
Ordered 6 and they are doing really well. Great experience!
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Brian –
These have elevated my back yard so well. Impressed by the packaging, as I was worried about sipping a plant of this size but they took great care to get it here safely and healthy. The dark leaf color is showstopping
Peter S. –
Ordered 6 and they are doing really well. Great experience!