Lagerstroemia ‘Tuscarora’ (Coral-Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree)
Bold coral-pink flowers, strong upright form, and reliable performance — a standout Crepe Myrtle for gardens that want colour with structure.
- Flower colour: Coral pink to watermelon pink (summer)
- Form: Upright, vase-shaped canopy
- Best for: Home gardens, feature landscapes, and streetscapes
- Personality: More colour impact than white varieties
Why choose ‘Tuscarora’
‘Tuscarora’ is loved for its rich pink summer flowers and strong, confident growth habit. It offers more colour punch than white Crepe Myrtles, while still maintaining a clean, architectural shape. This balance makes it a favourite for gardeners and designers who want warmth, colour, and reliability in one tree.
For home gardeners
A rewarding feature tree that flowers generously and responds well to pruning. Ideal if you want seasonal colour without planting something overly delicate or high-maintenance.
For landscapers & designers
‘Tuscarora’ brings warmth and contrast to modern designs. Its pink flowers soften hard materials like concrete and stone, while the upright form keeps plantings tidy and intentional.
For councils & projects
A proven large-growing Crepe Myrtle with consistent flowering and a strong canopy, suitable for avenues and open spaces.
Size & pruning flexibility
Like all Crepe Myrtles, ‘Tuscarora’ flowers on new season’s growth and tolerates pruning well. While it can be hard pruned if required, best long-term results come from selective shaping and canopy lifting.
- Mature height (unpruned): approx. 7–9 m
- Mature width (unpruned): approx. 5–7 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, selective pruning produces better structure, airflow, and a more natural canopy over time.
Planting & care
- Sun: Full sun for best flowering and colour intensity
- Water: Regular watering during establishment; drought tolerant once established
- Soil: Well-drained soil preferred, adaptable once settled
- Maintenance: Low; occasional pruning and seasonal feeding
Is ‘Tuscarora’ right for you?
If you’re after a pink-flowering tree that delivers colour, structure, and long-term reliability, ‘Tuscarora’ is one of the strongest Crepe Myrtle choices available.
- ✔ Vibrant pink summer flowers
- ✔ Responds well to pruning
- ✔ Excellent feature or avenue tree
Light requirement: Full Sun
Water requirement: Low
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Soil: Well-Drained, Loamy, Sandy
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Fast
Suitable for containers: No
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Drought tolerance: High
Frost tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: Yes
Colour: Dark green (spring/summer), red-orange (autumn)
Variegation: No
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Seasonality: Deciduous
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
Flower colour: Hot Pink
Flower fragrant: Yes
Flowering season: Mid–late summer (Dec–Feb)
Fruit: Yes
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