Crape Myrtle

Summer’s Most Colorful Tree

The Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is the undisputed queen of summer color in San Antonio, producing massive flower clusters in shades of pink, red, purple, and white from June through September. With attractive bark and a graceful form, it’s beautiful in every season. Alfaro Tree Sales grows Crape Myrtles at our 40-acre Atascosa nursery.

2–3 ft/yr
Growth Rate
15–30 ft
Mature Height
Good
Drought Tolerance
Since ’76
Growing & Planting
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low–Moderate
Growth
2–3 ft/yr
Mature Height
15–30 ft
Foliage
Deciduous
Extended Summer Bloom
Summer Color

Extended Summer Bloom

Crape Myrtles bloom continuously for 3–4 months in summer (June–September), producing massive flower clusters in your choice of pink, red, purple, lavender, or white. No other tree provides this much color for this long.

Months of summer flower color Multiple color varieties available Attractive bark in winter Field-grown at our 40-acre nursery

Crape Myrtle vs. Desert Willow

Two popular aesthetic/ornamental options for San Antonio compared.

Recommended

Crape Myrtle

Growth Rate2–3 ft/yr
DroughtGood
FoliageDeciduous
Mature Height15–30 ft
WaterLow–Moderate
Best ForFlowering, Street Tree

Desert Willow

Growth Rate1–2 ft/yr
DroughtGood
FoliageEvergreen
Mature Height40–50 ft
WaterModerate
Best ForShade

Growth Timeline

Expected growth after planting.

6 ft
Planting
10 ft
Year 3
16 ft
Year 7
Full form
22 ft
Year 12+
Mature

Care After Planting

Watering

Deep water regularly during the first growing season. Moderate water needs once established; supplement during extended drought.

Soil & Fertilizer

Adapts to most soils. Light balanced fertilizer in spring after year 1.

Pruning

Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Best done in late winter (January–February).

Best Planting Time

October through March is ideal for establishment before summer heat.

Our Planting Process

1

Select & Deliver

Choose your tree at our nursery or by phone. We deliver it to your property.

2

Plant & Mulch

Machine-dug hole, native soil backfill, deep watering, and mulch ring installed.

3

Follow-Up

Written care instructions plus a 30-day establishment check from our crew.

Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low–Moderate
Growth Rate
2–3 ft/yr
Mature Height
15–30 ft
Canopy Spread
15–25 ft
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage
Deciduous
Native Range
China & Korea
Soil
Any
Best For
Flowering, Street Tree
Category
Aesthetic/Ornamental
Nursery
40 Acres, Atascosa TX

Crape Myrtles grow 2–3 ft/yr in San Antonio under good conditions.

Moderately. They benefit from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

Mature size is typically 15–30 ft tall with a 15–25 ft spread.

They thrive in any soils, which matches most San Antonio properties.

October through March is ideal. Our team plants year-round with proper watering protocols.

We offer Crape Myrtles in various sizes. Field-grown at our nursery in Atascosa. Call (210) 202-4284.

Yes. Professional delivery and planting across the San Antonio metro. Request a free quote.

Crape Myrtles are excellent for flowering, street tree in the San Antonio area.