Crape Myrtle Tree Seeds

Bring long-lasting summer color to your landscape with Crape Myrtle Tree Seeds (Lagerstroemia indica). Known for its spectacular blooms in shades of pink, red, white, purple, and lavender, Crape Myrtle is one of the most popular ornamental flowering trees grown in warm climates. These attractive trees also feature beautiful peeling bark, glossy green foliage, and vibrant fall color, making them a four-season landscape favorite. Crape Myrtles are drought tolerant once established and make excellent specimen trees, privacy screens, or flowering accents for gardens and streetscapes.

Botanical Information

• Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica
• Common Name: Crape Myrtle
• Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree or large shrub
• Germination Rate: 30–50%
• Native Range: China and Korea
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–10
• Mature Height: 15–30 feet (variety dependent)
• Mature Spread: 10–20 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Bloom Time: Summer through early fall
• Flower Colors: Pink, white, red, purple, lavender
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or clay soils
• Drought Tolerance: High once established

Germination Instructions

• Seed does not require any pre-treatment or stratification.
• Sow seeds on the surface of a moist, well-drained seed-starting mix and lightly press them into the soil.
• Cover very lightly with fine vermiculite or a thin layer of growing medium, as light can aid germination.
• Keep the growing medium consistently moist but not saturated.
• Use a humidity dome to maintain moisture during germination.
• Place in a warm location between 70–80°F.
• Germination generally occurs over several weeks under proper conditions.

Growing Information

• Plant in a location receiving at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil but adapts to a wide range of soil types.
• Water regularly during establishment, then only during prolonged dry periods.
• Prune during late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous flowering.
• Excellent for specimen planting, foundation plantings, streetscapes, hedges, and pollinator gardens.
• Attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
• Resistant to heat, humidity, and drought once mature.

Seed Quantities Available

• 1 oz. - 12,500 Seeds
• 1/4 lb. - 50,000 Seeds
• 1 lb. - 200,000 Seeds