Lagerstroemia speciosa

Lagerstroemia turelli is a deciduous tree characterized by vigorous growth and the potential to reach medium heights. The flowering period occurs in summer and lasts approximately two months, with beautiful blooms appearing at the end of that year’s growth (terminal flowering). To encourage optimal flowering, it is advisable to perform strong annual pruning. This species features a variety of inflorescences, available in colors such as pink, crimson, lilac, and white.

While seed propagation is generally easy for Lagerstroemia turelli, it is recommended that specific varieties be propagated through vegetative methods (cuttings) to ensure the purity of the flower color, which remains consistent with the mother plant. Seed propagation may often yield light pink flowers.

In Tel Aviv, notable examples of Lagerstroemia turelli can be found in various locations, including the garden of the Bichuri Ha’atim building in front of the Lottery House, as well as at the intersection of Ibn Gvirol Street and Nordau Boulevard in Castle Square. After flowering, the tree produces relatively large fruits, which can be pruned to encourage a second wave of blooming in August and September.

During colder winters, Lagerstroemia turelli may experience stress, leading to the drying out of young tissues and yellowing of the foliage in spring. Fortunately, the leaves typically regain their vibrant green color within one to two weeks.

In our nursery, we have cultivated a hybrid strain of Lagerstroemia turelli and the more common Lagerstroemia indica, known as ‘Ultra.’ This variety features bright purple blossoms that retain their vivid color and vitality, making it an impressive choice for any landscape. The cost of ‘Ultra’ is slightly lower than that of traditional Lagerstroemia turelli varieties.

Additional trees from the same family:
Lagerstroemia indica ‘Dynamite’ | Lagerstroemia indica ‘Cordon Bleu’ | Lagerstroemia indica ‘Lafayette’ | Lagerstroemia indica ‘Mardi Gras’ | Lagerstroemia indica ‘Pink Velour’ | Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei ‘Tuscarora’ | Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei ‘Natchez’ | Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei ‘Muskogee’ | lagerstroemia speciosa

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