Lagerstroemia ‘Sioux’ (Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)

Lagerstroemia ‘Sioux’ (Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)

Lagerstroemia ‘Sioux’ (Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)

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Reliable pink flowers, a compact growth habit, and excellent adaptability — one of the most versatile Crepe Myrtles for home gardens.

  • Flower colour: Medium pink (summer)
  • Form: Compact, upright to rounded canopy
  • Best for: Home gardens, smaller landscapes, controlled planting areas
  • Personality: Practical, balanced, and dependable

Why choose ‘Sioux’

‘Sioux’ is one of the most adaptable pink Crepe Myrtles available. It delivers dependable summer colour in a more compact size than larger varieties, making it ideal for suburban gardens where space and manageability matter.

For home gardeners

An excellent choice if you want a flowering tree without committing to a large canopy. ‘Sioux’ is forgiving, easy to prune, and fits comfortably into smaller garden spaces.

For landscapers & designers

Useful where height and spread need to be controlled. Works well in courtyards, residential streets, and planting schemes requiring repetition without scale overload.

For councils & projects

A practical option for narrower verges and locations where full-size Crepe Myrtles are unsuitable.

Size & pruning flexibility

‘Sioux’ flowers on new season’s growth and responds extremely well to pruning. It can be lightly shaped to maintain a neat form, or pruned more firmly where size control is required.

  • Mature height (unpruned): approx. 4–6 m
  • Mature width (unpruned): approx. 3–5 m
  • Common pruned height: approx. 2.5–4 m
  • Pruning window: late winter to early spring

Crepe Myrtles are often hard pruned (“crepe murder”) and still flower, but lighter, selective pruning helps ‘Sioux’ maintain its naturally tidy shape.

Planting & care

  • Sun: Full sun for best flowering
  • Water: Regular watering during establishment; drought tolerant once established
  • Soil: Well-drained soil preferred; adaptable once settled
  • Maintenance: Low; simple annual pruning is usually sufficient

Compare: ‘Sioux’ vs ‘Biloxi’ (Garden-Friendly Pink Crepe Myrtles)

Feature ‘Sioux’ ‘Biloxi’
Flower colour Medium pink Soft pink to lavender-pink
Mature size More compact Slightly larger
Best use Smaller gardens, tight spaces Open residential gardens
Overall feel Practical and tidy Soft and expansive

Quick guide: Choose ‘Sioux’ if space is limited or you want a smaller tree. Choose ‘Biloxi’ if you have room for a slightly broader canopy.

Is ‘Sioux’ right for you?

If you want a reliable pink Crepe Myrtle that fits comfortably into most gardens, ‘Sioux’ is one of the safest and most adaptable choices available.

  • ✔ Compact size
  • ✔ Consistent pink summer flowers
  • ✔ Easy to prune and maintain
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: 5 m

Mature width: 4 m

Suitable for shaping: Yes

Colour: Dark green (spring/summer), yellow-orange (autumn)

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Deciduous

Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display

Flower colour: Medium Pink

Flower fragrant: Yes

Flowering season: Early–mid summer (Nov–Jan)

Fruit: Yes

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