Lagerstroemia 'Miss Frances' ~ Miss Frances Crape MyrtleMiss Frances Crape Myrtle is a rounded deciduous shrub with a spreading habit and grey orange bark at maturity. The foliage is a glossy dark green while large red panicles bloom in summer. Best color in full sun and rich well drained soil. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Shrub Height: 12' 15' Spread: 8 10' Spacing: 8' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Red Season of Interest: Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low

20’ - 30’

8’ - 12'

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It prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate a range of soil types

making them relatively resistant to moisture

The thick dark green foliage is is lightly toothed and has a texture like sandpaper and turns russet red in fall

The narrow luscious dark green leaves have rusty undersides

The narrow shiny dark green leaves have small teeth that can turn an undistinguished yellow in fall

and burgundy in fall