Red Rocket Crape Myrtle - Cherry Red Flowering Tree

Red Rocket sports cherry red flowers on huge panicles up to 20 inches long. New leaves are crimson, maturing to dark green. New shoots are crimson, too, contrasting with darker leaves. Upright. Fast growing. Mildew tolerant. Note: Regardless of hardiness zone, all crape myrtles are subject to die-back at temps below 15 degrees. Probability of this happening is increased by pruning in fall or winter. ***Prune only in earliest spring. Bloom will be on new wood. * Deer Resistant * Photo courtesy of Our Growing Friends at Casey Nursery in Goldsboro, NC Ornamental Characteristics Category Flowering Tree Pollinator Friendly Yes Environmental Characteristics