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Lagerstroemia 'Lunar Magic'® 15cm

Name: Lagerstroemia 'Lunar Magic'® 15cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: LagerstLunarMagic15cm
Price: 15.0 EUR
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***Lagerstroemia* ‘Lunar Magic’® — Crape Myrtle**

Family: Lythraceae • Pot diameter: 15 cm • Height: ~40 cm

Colour, contrast, texture — the beauty trifecta 🎨

‘Lunar Magic’® is instant wow: deep purple, velvety foliage topped with generous, snow-white flower clusters on red stems. The crisp contrast looks curated and premium without trying — perfect for an entrance, patio, or a clean focal point.

With an upright, architectural silhouette that reads from afar and exquisite detail up close, it delivers true seasonal show: saturated foliage, repeat blooms and a photogenic look all season. Pairs beautifully with stone, gravel and dark planters for an immediate style upgrade — stunning solo or in a row for a gallery finish.

Lythraceae Deciduous Sun–part shade Moderate care Moderate growth

Light

☀️ Full sun

best colour & flowering

Water

💧 Moderate

even moisture, never soggy

Soil

🪨 Well-drained

neutral–slightly acidic

Resistance

🛡️ Mildew

improved tolerance

What makes it special

🌑 Deep purple-black foliage in spring/early summer.
🤍 Plush white panicles on red stems; repeat bloom with deadheading.
🧱 Upright, oval habit — ideal focal or low screen.

Best uses

🏡 Solo in beds/entryways for dramatic contrast.
🌿 Large patio planters in sun.
🧩 Linear groupings/hedges for a seasonal show.

Where to place it

Sunny spot (6+ hours). Plant in well-drained soil; maintain even moisture, especially the first 1–2 summers. Remove spent blossoms to encourage rebloom. Prune late winter/early spring — it flowers on new wood.

Plant pairings

Pennisetum ‘Hameln’, Miscanthus — grasses that echo the bloom texture.
Perovskia, Nepeta — silvery-lilac base to make the white pop.
Dark foliage (Heuchera ‘Obsidian’) to echo the purple leaves.

Origin of the variety click to read

Species context: Genus Lagerstroemia — ornamental shrubs/small trees with summer bloom, beloved in warm-temperate climates.

Series/breeding: First Editions® — selections with improved mildew tolerance, bold foliage colour and extended flowering.

‘Lunar Magic’® profile: Upright-oval canopy; deep purple foliage, white panicles on red stems; reblooms with deadheading.

Phenology: Intense purple foliage in spring, summer flowering, ornamental seed capsules in autumn on mature plants.

Culture: Best in full sun with sharp drainage. Notably better mildew tolerance than older cultivars.

Propagation: Cuttings to maintain traits.

1) Planting: Full sun; well-drained soil. Add organic matter to poor ground.

2) Watering: Keep evenly moist until established; then moderate, avoiding extremes.

3) Prune/Deadhead: Remove spent blooms for rebloom; shape late winter on new wood.

🔎 Item	Info
🌿 Scientific name	Lagerstroemia ‘Lunar Magic’®
🪴 Pot/Size	15 cm • height ~40 cm
☀️ Light	Full sun (≥6 h); tolerates light part shade
💧 Water	Moderate; even moisture with drainage
🧪 Soil	Well-drained, neutral–slightly acidic
🌼 Flowering	June–autumn; reblooms with deadheading
🛡️ Tolerance	Improved powdery mildew resistance
📏 Final size	Typically 1.8–2.5 m H × 1.2–2 m W (site/pruning dependent)
🐾 Toxicity	Non-toxic for people & pets

💡 Tip: For continuous show, deadhead after the first flush — new buds will follow through summer.

🤔 Did you know? Purple leaf colour deepens with full sun and strong day–night swings; in shade it greens out.

Why you’ll love it info

🌑 Purple-black foliage for dramatic contrast.
🤍 White blooms all summer with deadheading.
🛡️ Better mildew tolerance than classics.

🧠 Greenleaf for nerds — scientific bits no one asked for geek

🌱 Flowers on current-season wood — prune late winter.
🧪 Prefers pH 6.0–7.0, high light and free drainage.
💨 Once established, shows fair drought tolerance.
🧬 First Editions® selection for foliage/bloom & tolerance.

How much sun does it need? light

Full sun (≥6 hours) for peak flowering and deepest foliage colour. Part shade reduces intensity.

How should I water it? watering

Keep the mix evenly moist with good drainage. Water more in heatwaves, less in autumn.

What soil does it prefer? soil

Well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic. Amend heavy soils with sand/compost and plant slightly raised.

How do I get repeat bloom? rebloom

Deadhead promptly and maintain steady moisture plus balanced feeding to trigger new summer flushes.

🔎 Note: Natural plant variation means the item you receive may differ slightly from the photos. Form, size or colour vary with season, growing conditions and the individuality of each plant.

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Lagerstroemia 'Lunar Magic'® 15cm

Lagerstroemia 'Lunar Magic'® 15cm

***Lagerstroemia* ‘Lunar Magic’® — Crape Myrtle**

Light

Water

Soil

Resistance

What makes it special

Best uses

Where to place it

Plant pairings