Overview
Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') is a bushy shrubs in the genus Lagerstroemia, part of the Lythraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants and patio and container plants.
About
Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Lagerstroemia genus, which includes both deciduous and evergreen trees or shrubs with simple leaves and conical clusters of frilled-petal flowers. This bushy cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. It grows best in fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for city gardens, courtyards, patios, and informal or Mediterranean-style gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lagerstroemia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065')
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and glasshouse whitefly if grown indoors
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065')?
Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') need?
Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') hardy in the UK?
Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065') has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Lagerstroemia indica Purple Star ('Hoch1065')?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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