Crepe Myrtle Tree

Crepe myrtle, the “lilac of the South”

By Marion Law The stunning crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica), is one of the most popular flowering plants in the southern United States. The crepe myrtle is often referred to as the “Lilac of the South,” due to its clusters of large, drooping blooms, a scent highly reminiscent of lilacs.  These dramatic blossoms come in various […]

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