Lagerstroemia Plum Magic

Common Name:
Plum Magic Crepe Myrtle

Description:
Lagerstroemia ‘Plum Magic’ is a compact deciduous crepe myrtle celebrated for its vibrant plum-purple new foliage and masses of rich pink flowers throughout the warmer months. Part of the Magic series, this variety combines colourful foliage with excellent flowering performance, making it a standout feature in smaller gardens, borders, and decorative pots. New growth emerges deep burgundy-purple in spring before maturing to dark green with purple tones, providing strong colour contrast against the vivid flower clusters produced from summer into autumn. ‘Plum Magic’ thrives in Melbourne’s climate, performing best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is highly heat tolerant, relatively drought hardy once established, and responds well to light pruning to maintain shape and encourage repeat flowering. Its naturally compact growth habit makes it ideal for low-maintenance landscapes, contemporary gardens, and urban planting schemes.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5–2.5 m
• Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Bright pink
• Magenta pink

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Deciduous
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Long Flowering Season
• Perennial
• Suitable for Pots

Toxicity:

• Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:

• Agapanthus
• Dianella
• Lavender
• Lomandra
• Nandina
• Salvia
• Westringia
• Zoysia grass

This cultivar is grown by Flemings Nurseries, one of Australia's most renowned growers.
Image used with permission from Fleming’s Nurseries.

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