Lagerstroemia GreatMyrtle™

Prepare for a new garden frontier with the GreatMyrtle™ series, a groundbreaking discovery from the pioneers at GardenGenetics®.

This innovative collection invites you to explore a landscape of possibilities with four bold varieties—

Lagerstroemia GreatMyrtle™ Cherry Delight
Lagerstroemia GreatMyrtle™ Cotton Candy
Lagerstroemia GreatMyrtle™ French Vanilla
Lagerstroemia GreatMyrtle™ Red Velvet

Each engineered to serve as a vibrant landmark in your outdoor expedition.

Whether anchoring a Zone 6 garden or leading the way as a high-impact patio accent, GreatMyrtle™ deploys an elite, well-mounded habit that is densely branched and field-tested for peak performance.

Embark on a season of discovery and watch as these resilient specimens provide a continuous display of magnificent color, ensuring your garden journey remains extraordinary all summer long.

PLANT SPECS

HARDINESS : 6a-9
LIGHT : Full Sun
SIZE : In the North: 28-30in tall and 30-36in wide, In the South: 32-36in tall and 36-48in wide
HABIT : Mounding
BLOOM TIME : In the North: July to frost, In the South: June to frost
SPACING : In the North: 30-36″ apart, In the South: 36-48″ apart

PERFORMANCE TRAITS

A rugged survivor, performing as a commanding shrub in the south and a resilient, root-hardy perennial as far north as Zone 6a.
Engineered with a unique umbrella-like canopy and sturdy, densely branched architecture to withstand the elements.
Deploys a heavy flowering display from mid-summer until the first frost, ensuring a persistent landmark in your garden.
Designed for high-impact performance with minimal pruning, allowing you to focus on the discovery rather than the upkeep.

BREEDER BIO

Rick Grazzini of GardenGenetics® pushes genetic boundaries in pursuit of the extraordinary. Through decades of hands-on breeding, he has developed robust, alpine-tough varieties built for bold, continuous performance. Every introduction reflects his relentless expedition to create plants that endure, perform, and inspire gardeners to explore beyond the expected.