The Razzle Dazzle® dwarf crapemyrtles are a true gardener's plant with attributes that make them easy to grow. Plant in a full sun area for the best bloom performance and foliage color. Looks great as a border, mass planting, or part of a perennial garden. Also try them in containers with annuals and perennials. Deadheading will encourage reblooming from summer to fall
· Dig a planting hole twice as large as the root ball.
· Remove plant from container and place in planting hole.
· Level top of root ball with the ground.
· Backfill.
· Water.
· Mulch.
· Keep moist until established.
Pruning is not required as the Razzle Dazzle® crapemyrtles have a slow growth rate and a good natural form, though deadheading is recommended to encourage reblooming. If you need to prune to maintain shape or size, it is best to prune after the plant is in dormancy, usually late winter to early spring.
The Razzle Dazzle® Crapemyrtles can also be used as a great plant for Bonsai combinations. The small leaves, mature trunk, and twisted branches make these varieties an interesting and beautiful choice.
(Colder than Zone 6) Try container planting in colder zones for a beautiful summer combination with grasses, annuals or perennials. Simply bring the container into a garage or basement during the cold months allowing the plant to go dormant during the winter. Keep moderately moist but well drained during this period (just enough to keep the roots semi-moist). Place the container outside again when temperatures rise above freezing and your plant will be ready for new spring growth.
