Tonto Hardy Crape Myrtle
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- flowering dateMid summer to late summer.
- hardiness zone6-10
- height8 - 10 feet
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship as3-4 FT
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- Long-lasting watermelon-red blooms
- Hardy to zone 6 with blazing fall color
- Mildew resistant
- Heat and drought tolerant
Our Tonto Crape Myrtle Tree will elevate your landscape with long-lasting, fuchsia-red blooms in summer, fiery fall foliage, and striking bark in winter—all in a compact, low-maintenance package. This vase-shaped tree is designed to thrive in just about any soil conditions, doesn’t require pruning and is rarely affected by insects, making it as easy to maintain as it is beautiful.
· Long-Lasting Summer Blooms
The Tonto Crape Myrtle bursts into full bloom in mid-summer, with large clusters of eye-catching watermelon-red flowers. The long-lasting blooms last for weeks, with vibrant color that holds strong even through the heat of summer.
A Compact Tree That Thrives Anywhere
Thanks to its smaller size, the Tonto Crape Myrtle fits beautifully into nearly any landscape, whether as a feature in smaller gardens or as a dynamic accent in a mixed border. One of the hardiest tree-type crape myrtle varieties available.
Year-Round Appeal
In autumn, this variety puts on a spectacular show with its leaves shifting into bold shades of red and orange. As the seasons change, the beauty doesn’t end—attractive exfoliating bark peels away to reveal a textured and colorful trunk.
Low Maintenance, High Reward
This tree is drought and heat tolerant, and its mildew resistance ensures reliable, healthy growth year after year—an ideal choice for gardeners who want maximum impact with minimal work.
Product Details
- botanical nameLagerstroemia indica 'Tonto'
- flowering dateMid summer to late summer.
- flower colorRed
- flower formLarge decorative panicles of many small frilled flowers with crinkled petals. Extremely beautiful.
- foliage typeElliptic-ovate, lustrous medium green. New growth has a bronzy-pink cast. Develop an attractive light maroon to bright red color in fall.
- formTree
- growth rateFast once established.
- hardiness zone6-10
- height8 - 10 feet
- planting instructionsAdaptable to many soils so long as they are well drained. Firm and water in well.
- pruningTo shape and for aesthetics. Also remove spent bloom panicles to encourage repeat blooming.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonSpring
- ship as3-4 FT
- soil requirementWell drained, tolerant of heavy clay soils.
- spacing10 - 12 inches
- spread10 - 12 feet
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- winter careMulch in colder climates, remove in early spring before growth starts until plant is established.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:
| 2025 Spring Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, Trees and Shrubs |
| 3A-3B | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 4A-4B | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 5A | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 5B | 4/7/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 6A | 3/24/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 6B | 3/10/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 7A | 2/24/25 - 5/30/25 |
| 7B | 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 8A | 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 8B | 2/10/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 9A | 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 |
| 9B-10B | 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 7B: 5/26/25 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/5/25 |
