Crape Myrtle Tuscarora 30G-45G

Tuscarora Crape Myrtle is a large, tree-form crape myrtle celebrated for its abundant coral-pink blooms, smooth exfoliating bark, and excellent disease resistance. It’s a standout choice for Texas landscapes, delivering months of color with minimal maintenance.

Key characteristics

• Mature size: 20–30 ft tall × 15–25 ft wide

• Form: Upright, spreading canopy; ideal as a small shade or specimen tree

• Flowers: Large clusters of coral to soft pink blooms from late spring through summer

• Foliage: Dark green leaves that turn orange to red in fall

• Bark: Smooth, mottled tan and cinnamon bark for winter interest

• Growth rate: Moderate

• Sun: Full sun (best flowering with 6–8+ hours)

• Water: Low once established

• Disease resistance: Excellent resistance to powdery mildew

Tuscarora Crape Myrtle is perfect for lawns, driveways, streetscapes, and commercial landscapes where a clean tree form and long-lasting summer color are desired. It offers the beauty of a flowering tree with the toughness needed for North Texas heat.