Muskogee Crape Myrtle
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Fast (2-3 ft/year)
- Full Sun
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Deer resistant
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About Muskogee Crape Myrtle
Muskogee Crape Myrtle produces soft lavender-pink flower panicles, a color less commonly seen than the whites, reds, and hot pinks of other popular crape myrtle cultivars, blooming from summer through early fall on one of the largest of the mildew-resistant National Arboretum hybrids, reaching 25-30 feet tall and 20-25 feet wide. Its size puts it near Natchez in scale, making it suited to use as a genuine shade or specimen tree rather than a smaller ornamental. Like other mildew-resistant hybrids, it holds up well to Georgia's humid summers with minimal fungal disease pressure, and its light tan-gray exfoliating bark adds subtle winter texture. Full sun is required for the best flowering and mildew resistance. Muskogee tolerates clay soil and drought well once established. Its softer lavender-pink color pairs particularly well in mixed plantings with the deeper coral-pink of Tuscarora or the pure white of Natchez, giving landscape designers a fuller color palette when several crape myrtle cultivars are used together across a larger Lawrenceville property.
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Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 25-30 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 20-25 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low to Moderate — drought tolerant once established |
| Bloom Season | Summer through Early Fall |
| Growth Rate | Fast (2-3 ft/year) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Pet Safe | Yes |
| Native to Georgia | No |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant Muskogee Crape Myrtle in full sun with room for its 25-30 foot mature height; give it good spacing from structures and other trees for airflow, which reduces mildew risk. Georgia clay needs little amendment. Water consistently the first season, then reduce as the tree becomes drought tolerant. Prune only to remove crossing or damaged branches in late winter, avoiding topping.
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Fast Facts
- Soft lavender-pink flowers, a less common crape myrtle color
- Mature size: 25-30 ft tall, 20-25 ft wide — one of the larger hybrids
- Strong mildew resistance
- Fast growth: 2-3 ft per year
- Deer resistant, drought tolerant once established
- Pairs well with Natchez and Tuscarora for varied color
Pairs Well With
Muskogee Crape Myrtle FAQs
How big does Muskogee Crape Myrtle get?
Muskogee Crape Myrtle grows into one of the larger crape myrtle cultivars, reaching 25-30 feet tall and 20-25 feet wide at maturity. This size makes it suitable as a genuine specimen or shade tree, so it should be planted with ample room away from structures.
Is Muskogee Crape Myrtle deer resistant?
Yes, Muskogee Crape Myrtle is considered deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for Gwinnett County properties bordering wooded areas with regular deer traffic. As with any "deer resistant" plant, hungry deer in a hard winter may still sample new growth occasionally, but damage is typically minimal.