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Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle (Legerstroemia Pocomoke)
Legerstroemia Pocomoke
Rs 2,500
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Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle is a dependable deciduous shrub prized for its prolific pink flowers in summer. It reaches a compact size of 2 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta.
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Category: Flowering Shrubs
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Quetta, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur, Swat
Description
Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle (Legerstroemia Pocomoke) is a distinguished deciduous shrub that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its pink flowers that appear in summer and its attractive orange foliage, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 2 ft at maturity, making it a compact option for smaller gardens and containers.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Legerstroemia Pocomoke
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Mature Height: 2 ft
- Flower Colour: Pink
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Foliage: Deciduous (Orange)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Propagation: Hardwood Cuttings, Seed
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle
Propagated from hardwood cuttings or seed.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle?
Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle be harmful to household pets?
While Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
What is the ideal watering schedule for Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle?
Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
What is the best time to prune Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle in Pakistan?
Light pruning of Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle after the blooming season helps maintain shape and encourages fresh growth. Since it blooms in summer, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
How long does the flowering season of Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle last?
Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle blooms in summer, producing pink flowers. In Pakistan, the peak flowering period runs from May through August.
What kind of light exposure is best for Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle?
Dwarf Pink Crepe Myrtle grows best in full sun. It handles direct Pakistani summer sun without problems, even in cities like Karachi, Multan, and Lahore where temperatures exceed 45 degrees.
