Dynamite Crape Myrtle Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips

Dynamite Crape Myrtle is a beautiful, upright, deciduous tree with large clusters of red flowers. The flowers often bloom in midsummer and early fall. The plant can grow to 20-25 feet or more with proper care. This tree prefers full sun, moderate humidity, and good drainage. 

Common Name

Dynamite Crape Myrtle​
Plant Type
Trees
Taxonomy
Scientific name
Lagerstroemia indica 'Dynamite'
Genus
Lagerstroemia
Family
Lythraceae
Order
Myrtales
Class
Dicotyledons

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Water Needs

Water requirements and watering times for Dynamite Crape Myrtle.
Water Needs
Average
Cups
Generally, Dynamite Crape Myrtle needs water once every 7 days in 0.9 cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Dynamite Crape Myrtle needs about 0.225 L per 7 days.

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Temperature, Humidity, and Light

Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Dynamite Crape Myrtle to thrive.

Light Requirements

± 8 hours

Temperature

60°F to 95°F

Humidity Preference

Medium

The ideal humidity range for your Dynamite Crape Myrtle to thrive is between 40% and 60%.

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Soil Types and Growing Media

Information about soil and suitable planting media for Dynamite Crape Myrtle.

Suitability in pots

7L

Dynamite Crape Myrtle plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 7L.

Soil type

chalk clay loam sand
Soil Drainage
Well-Drainage

Soil PH

acid neutral

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Characteristics

All you need to know about the characteristics of the Dynamite Crape Myrtle plant.

Maximum Height

360 Inches or 10 meters

Spread

300 Inches or 8 meters

Color

Green
Red

Characteristics

Showy

Is Dynamite Crape Myrtle toxic to pets?

No

Garden Style

Informal and Cottage Mediterranean Garden

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Grow and Care

Find out information on how to propagate Dynamite Crape Myrtle, when it flowers, and how to care for it.

Maintenance

easy

Propagation Methods

stem cutting

Flowering season

summer autumn

Dynamite Crape Myrtle Native Region

Find out where the Dynamite Crape Myrtle plant originated.

Country

China Japan
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