The Pink Velour® Crape Myrtle dazzles with vibrant magenta-pink blooms and seasonal foliage that transitions from wine-red to purple-green.
FEATURES:
- Magenta-pink flower clusters bloom from mid-summer through fall
- Leaves emerge deep wine-red in spring, mature to purple-green, then blaze orange-brown in fall
- Compact multi-stemmed form reaches about 6–10 feet—perfect for small yards and colorful hedges
- Heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, and highly disease-resistant
- Pollinator-friendly—attracts bees and butterflies to its abundant summer blooms
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Position Pink Velour® in sunny spots where its flower color and foliage transitions can shine. Pair with silver-toned grasses, deep-leaved shrubs, or dark mulch to amplify its bold magenta blooms and rich leaf hues.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 6–9
- Mature Height: 6–10 feet tall
- Mature Width: 6–10 feet wide
- Exposure: Full sun
- Spacing: 5–8 feet apart for color groupings or hedges
Pink Velour® Crape Myrtle
Bower & Branch Trees and Plants
Lagerstroemia indica 'Whit III' (PP10,319)
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The Pink Velour® Crape Myrtle dazzles with vibrant magenta-pink blooms and seasonal foliage that transitions from wine-red to purple-green.
FEATURES:
- Magenta-pink flower clusters bloom from mid-summer through fall
- Leaves emerge deep wine-red in spring, mature to purple-green, then blaze orange-brown in fall
- Compact multi-stemmed form reaches about 6–10 feet—perfect for small yards and colorful hedges
- Heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, and highly disease-resistant
- Pollinator-friendly—attracts bees and butterflies to its abundant summer blooms
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Position Pink Velour® in sunny spots where its flower color and foliage transitions can shine. Pair with silver-toned grasses, deep-leaved shrubs, or dark mulch to amplify its bold magenta blooms and rich leaf hues.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 6–9
- Mature Height: 6–10 feet tall
- Mature Width: 6–10 feet wide
- Exposure: Full sun
- Spacing: 5–8 feet apart for color groupings or hedges
Why plant Pink Velour® Crape Myrtle?
Introduced as ‘Whit III’, Pink Velour® is a semi-dwarf crape myrtle renowned for its rich flower color and foliage show. It’s bred to resist mildew and drought, and at Bower & Branch, we grow this beauty to landscape-ready size, so you don’t have to wait to enjoy its full impact.
How to use Pink Velour® Crape Myrtle in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
Pink Velour® delivers vibrant magenta‑pink flower clusters that last from mid‑summer into early fall.
The foliage emerges wine‑red in spring, deepens to purple‑green in summer, and finishes with orange‑brown fall tones—a full seasonal show.
Yes. It’s bred for mildew and leaf spot resistance and also handles heat and drought well, offering low-maintenance performance.
