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Tuscarora
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Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Tuscarora'
A small deciduous tree that produces a profusion of crepe-like coral-pink flower clusters. The bright green summer foliage develops exquisite orange-red coloring in the fall. Smooth, mottled, light cinnamon brown bark adds year-round interest. Wonderful for use as a large shrub to accent the landscape or as a specimen or street tree.
USDA Zones: 6-9
Plant Specifications
Height
15 feet
Spread
15 feet
Bloom Color
Pink; Foliage-Green, Red
Planting and Care Tips
Plant
Thrives in average, well-drained soil.
Feed
Feed in early spring.
Water
Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established.
Pruning
Thin young trees late winter to early spring; leave 3 to 7 main trunks or canopy branches. Remove suckers from the base of older trees..
Exposure
Full sun