Dynamite Crapemyrtle

This plant lives up to its name with an explosion of vibrant cherry red blooms that last from midsummer into early fall. This deciduous ornamental tree offers four-season appeal - with showy flowers, attractive peeling bark, glossy green foliage, and stunning orange-red color. Its upright, rounded form makes it perfect as a specimen tree, accent, or in grouping along fences and driveways. 

Drought tolerant, heat-loving, and resistant to powdery mildew, Dynamite is a low maintenance favorite for southern landscapes.

Height: 15-20 feet

Spread: 10-15 feet

Hardiness: USDA Zones 7-9

Growth Habit: Upright, rounded canopy

Light: Full sun

Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall

Flower Color: Bright cherry red

Foliage: Glossy green, turning orange-red in fall

Bark: Light brown to gray, exfoliating for multi-season interest

Water Needs: Low once established 

Maintenance: Low - prune in late winter if shaping is needed

Deer resistance: Yes