Lagerstroemia ‘Biloxi’ (Soft Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)

Lagerstroemia ‘Biloxi’ (Soft Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)

Lagerstroemia ‘Biloxi’ (Soft Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)

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Soft pink flowers, a balanced canopy, and a gentler presence — a versatile Crepe Myrtle ideal for gardens that want colour without overpowering the space.

  • Flower colour: Soft pink to light lavender-pink (summer)
  • Form: Upright with a slightly rounded canopy
  • Best for: Home gardens, residential landscapes, softer design schemes
  • Style: Elegant, approachable, and garden-friendly

Why choose ‘Biloxi’

‘Biloxi’ is a pink-flowering Crepe Myrtle that sits beautifully between bold and subtle. Its softer pink tones and slightly rounded habit make it easier to integrate into residential gardens than stronger-coloured varieties, while still delivering reliable summer impact.

For home gardeners

A forgiving, well-balanced tree that looks good even as it matures. Ideal if you want seasonal colour without the scale or intensity of larger, bolder cultivars.

For landscapers & designers

‘Biloxi’ works well in layered planting schemes where softer colour transitions matter. Its rounded form pairs naturally with lawns, perennials, and mixed borders.

For councils & projects

A dependable mid-to-large Crepe Myrtle with consistent flowering and manageable growth, suitable for streets and open-space planting where a softer visual outcome is preferred.

Size & pruning flexibility

Like all Crepe Myrtles, ‘Biloxi’ flowers on new season’s growth and tolerates pruning well. While it is often hard pruned in public settings, the best long-term form comes from selective shaping and canopy lifting.

  • Mature height (unpruned): approx. 6–8 m
  • Mature width (unpruned): approx. 5–6 m
  • Common pruned height: approx. 3–5 m
  • Pruning window: late winter to early spring

Crepe Myrtles are often heavily pruned (“crepe murder”) and still flower, but lighter, thoughtful pruning improves structure, airflow, and the overall look over time.

Planting & care

  • Sun: Full sun for best flowering and colour
  • Water: Regular watering while establishing; drought tolerant once established
  • Soil: Well-drained soil preferred; adaptable once settled
  • Maintenance: Low; responds well to seasonal feeding and pruning

Compare: ‘Biloxi’ vs ‘Tuscarora’ (Pink Crepe Myrtles)

Feature ‘Biloxi’ ‘Tuscarora’
Flower colour Soft pink to lavender-pink Coral pink to watermelon pink
Overall feel Softer, more relaxed Bolder and more expressive
Growth habit Rounded, balanced canopy Strongly upright, architectural
Best use Gardens, mixed landscapes Feature planting, avenues

Quick guide: Choose ‘Biloxi’ if you want a softer pink and an easy-to-live-with shape. Choose ‘Tuscarora’ if you want stronger colour and more visual impact.

Is ‘Biloxi’ right for you?

If you’re looking for a pink-flowering tree that feels elegant, balanced, and garden-friendly, ‘Biloxi’ is a proven and popular Crepe Myrtle choice.

  • ✔ Soft pink summer flowers
  • ✔ Responds well to pruning
  • ✔ Ideal for residential gardens
Notes: Mature size and flowering performance may vary depending on climate, soil, and pruning practices.

Light requirement: Full Sun

Water requirement: Low

Watering frequency:

Soil: Well-Drained, Loamy, Sandy

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Fast

Suitable for containers: No

More info: Prefers well-drained soil and occasional deep watering in dry periods. Prune in late winter to maintain shape.

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Drought tolerance: High

Frost tolerance: Medium

Wind tolerance: Medium

Disease and pest susceptibility: Resistant to powdery mildew, but may attract aphids in warm months.

Mature height: 7 m

Mature width: 5.5 m

Suitable for shaping: Yes

Colour: Mid to dark green (spring/summer), yellow-orange (autumn)

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Deciduous

Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display

Flower colour: Soft pink / light lavender-pink

Flower fragrant: Yes

Flowering season: Mid summer (Dec–Jan)

Fruit: Yes

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