Lagerstroemia 'Diamonds in the Dark 'Red Hot'

Lagerstroemia 'Diamonds in the Dark 'Red Hot', commonly known as Diamonds in the Dark Red Hot Crepe Myrtle, is a stunning compact deciduous shrub featuring vibrant red flowers and distinctive dark burgundy-black foliage. This exceptional cultivar offers spectacular summer flowering from December through to March, creating a dramatic display of brilliant red blooms against near-black leaves. The Diamonds in the Dark series is prized for its excellent mildew resistance, compact growth habit, and outstanding ornamental appeal. The dark foliage provides year-round interest and creates a striking contrast with the vivid red flowers. This 200mm pot size offers a well-established plant ready to perform in the garden. Mature height approximately 3m, width 2.5m. Grows best in full sun in well-drained, fertile soil. Ideal for feature plantings, mixed borders, or containers. Suitable for cold climate gardens.