Lagerstroemia 'Autumn Fire'

Lagerstroemia ‘Autumn Fire’ has deep crimson-red flowers from late summer to early autumn. The dark green to burgundy leaves set off the flowers beautifully and turn brilliant shades of autumn colour. Protect from hard frosts while Lagerstroemia ‘Autumn Fire’ is young, as hard frosts may delay flowering. It performs best in sunny, sheltered positions. Lagerstroemia ‘Autumn Fire’ is not suitable for high wind areas, but will tolerate light to moderate wind, and a little shelter helps it establish. It is tolerant of drought once established and has good resistance to powdery mildew. Lagerstroemia ‘Autumn Fire’ is deciduous and not native to New Zealand. Lagerstroemia ‘Autumn Fire’ was developed by Elliotts Nursery in Amberley, New Zealand.