{"product_id":"crape-myrtle-lavender-skies","title":"Crape Myrtle Lavender Skies","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"205\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"173\"\u003eLagerstroemia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Lavender Skies’ (Crape Myrtle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eIs a deciduous flowering tree valued for its soft lavender blooms, attractive bark, and long summer flowering season. Commonly used as a specimen tree, street tree, or focal point in landscapes, it provides vibrant seasonal color and strong visual interest in residential and commercial settings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to moderate. Drought tolerant once established; water regularly during the first growing season, then as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eSoil: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-draining soil. Performs well in sandy and loamy soils; adaptable to a range of soil types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"846\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eGrowth Rate: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate to fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eSummer; produces large clusters of crinkled flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eTemperature: \u003c\/strong\u003eHardy in USDA Zones 7–10. Excellent heat tolerance; cold hardy once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003ePruning: \u003c\/strong\u003eMinimal to moderate. Prune in late winter to shape or remove crossing branches; avoid excessive pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eToxicity: \u003c\/strong\u003eNot considered toxic to people or pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Ranch | Wholesale Plants \u0026 Nursery","offers":[{"title":"30 Gallon","offer_id":51432277049634,"sku":"77049634","price":269.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/5143\/9650\/files\/IMG_0950.jpg?v=1774534371","url":"https:\/\/www.theranchnursery.com\/products\/crape-myrtle-lavender-skies","provider":"The Ranch | Wholesale Plants \u0026 Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}