Thunderstruck Lavender Skies Crape Myrtle

About this plant

Lagerstroemia x Thunderstruck™ 'JM8' Lavender Skies™ Crape Myrtle is a striking hybrid renowned for its stunning lavender-hued blooms that appear in late summer and persist into early fall, providing vibrant color when many other plants have faded. This variety is part of the Thunderstruck™ series, developed for exceptional disease resistance, including strong tolerance to powdery mildew and Cercospora leaf spot, which are common challenges for traditional crape myrtles. It features a compact, upright growth habit with dark green foliage that transitions to a rich burgundy in the fall, adding multi-seasonal interest to landscapes. Originating from the crossbreeding efforts to enhance hardiness and ornamental appeal, Lavender Skies™ combines the showy floral display typical of Lagerstroemia with improved adaptability to a variety of climates, making it an excellent choice for both urban a

Plant details

Mature height

15 ft.

Mature width

12 ft.

Growth rate

Moderate

USDA zones

6-9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Water needs

High

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

Spacing

8 ft.

Bloom season

Summer