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Scientific name: Lagerstroemia
Another name: Crape myrtle
- Max Size: a Crepe Myrtle can get 25-30 feet tall and 15-25 feet wide. Each blossom can reach 3 inches.
- Where it came from: originally originated in 1960 in what most people think was India but the Crepe Myrtle actually came from China
- Where on campus: The Crepe Myrtle can be located behind the dorms in the secret garden.
- Life span: they have a moderate to long life span. With proper care the Crepe Myrtle can exceed the 50 year life span.
- Interesting facts:
- produces black and tan fruit
- they need moist soil and full sunlight
- 50 species of a crepe myrtle
- their bark sheds every year
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