Indian lilac /pink/

Lagerstroemia indica,

cont. 1,5 l, 40/50 cm.

Indian lilac is kind of small, beautiful tree, native to Asia. Indian lilac is widespread, medium size, broadleaf, flowering shrub or small ornamental tree, characterized by rapid growth. It usually reaches a height of 2 to 7 meters and about 2m wide. It has a long flowering period with spectacular colors in summer and beautiful autumn foliage. In the wild, the color is pink to red, but there are many cultivated varieties in colors from white, pink, purple and lavender. Initially, the leaves are light green with red tints, and in summer they turn dark green. They are tough, elliptical and reach 8-9 cm in length.