Lagerstroemia 'Acoma' – Crepe Myrtle

Lagerstroemia 'Acoma' - (Crepe Myrtle) Bring elegant beauty and year-round interest to your garden with Lagerstroemia 'Acoma', a stunning small Crepe Myrtle renowned for its masses of pure white, crepe-like flowers and graceful, arching growth habit. Flowering prolifically throughout summer, this deciduous ornamental tree creates a spectacular display while its attractive green foliage transforms to warm shades of yellow, orange and red in autumn. Its naturally broad, weeping form makes 'Acoma' an excellent feature tree for smaller gardens, courtyards, streetscapes and feature garden beds. During winter, the smooth, mottled bark provides additional seasonal interest, ensuring the tree remains attractive all year round. Position ‘Acoma’ thrives in full sun and performs best in well-drained, moderately fertile soils. It is heat and drought tolerant once established and flourishes in temperate, subtropical, and Mediterranean climates. Full sun ensures the most prolific flowering. Growth At maturity of 3-4 metres, Lagerstroemia 'Acoma' forms a broad, rounded tree with gently arching branches that create a soft, elegant silhouette. During summer, the canopy becomes covered in clusters of crisp white flowers that contrast beautifully against the glossy green foliage. As autumn arrives, the leaves turn vibrant shades of yellow, orange and red before falling to reveal the tree's striking smooth, mottled bark, providing year-round ornamental appeal. Planting Guide Lagerstroemia ‘Acoma’ grows best in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Spacing for feature tree planting, space about 3-4 metres apart, for avenue planting for a fuller effect plant at 2.5m apart. Plant Care Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency as the plant becomes more drought-tolerant. Prune during late winter to early spring while the tree is dormant and before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged or crossing branches, along with any shoots emerging from the base, to maintain an open, well-shaped canopy.