Purple Magic® Crape Myrtle

Purple Magic Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Purple Magic' PP#23,906) is a stunning, compact crape myrtle variety celebrated for its rich, vibrant purple blooms and tidy growth habit. Bursting into bloom in midsummer, Purple Magic delivers dense clusters of deep purple flowers that continue to brighten the landscape into early fall. With a mature size of about 6 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide, this versatile shrub is perfect for colorful foundation plantings, vibrant hedges, mixed borders, or even as a small specimen tree in sunny gardens. Its bold color and manageable size make Purple Magic an exceptional choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting summer interest without overwhelming their space. Purple Magic Crape Myrtle thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, rewarding gardeners with outstanding disease resistance—especially against powdery mildew and leaf spot—along with excellent drought tolerance once established. Its attractive dark green foliage forms a lush backdrop to the intense purple blooms, and in fall, the leaves often transition to fiery shades of orange and red, adding another season of interest. Requiring minimal maintenance beyond occasional pruning and watering during dry periods, Purple Magic offers reliable performance and showstopping beauty with very little effort. Whether planted as a colorful hedge, a bold border accent, or a striking container centerpiece, Purple Magic Crape Myrtle brings brilliant, low-maintenance color to any sunny landscape. Its long bloom period not only beautifies the garden but also supports local pollinators, making it a smart, eco-friendly choice. Add Purple Magic to your landscape for a spectacular burst of deep purple blooms and vibrant seasonal color that will delight you year after year.