Cordon Bleu
Miniature Crapemyrtle
Cordon Bleu is a very early bloomer that will treat you to an abundance of lavender and light purple flowers. Plant Cordon Bleu in a hanging basket or raised container to take advantage of its weeping branches.
Botanical Name: Lagerstroemia indica 'Cordon Bleu'
USDA Hardiness Zones: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (considered root hardy in zone 6)
Mature height: 2'-3'
Mature width: 3'
Origin: David Chopin, 1980
Mildew resistance: high
Growth habit: deciduous, low growing, multi-stemmed
Flower color (published): lavender & light purple
Flower color (our opinion): Crayola® Crayon Wisteria; multiple tints in each cluster
Foliage: grayish-green
Bark: gray
Autumn foliage color: N/A
Blooming period: summer, autumn
Thrives in: full sun, well-drained soil, good air circulation, soil pH: 5.0-6.5
Excellent choice for: specimen, flowering accent shrub, border planting, containers, hanging baskets
