Lagerstroemia indica 'Camaieu D'Été'

Bursting with summer charm, Lagerstroemia indica 'Camaieu D'Été' captivates with abundant sprays of frothy pale mauve to white, crepe?textured flowers from mid to late summer. This compact, deciduous shrub features glossy dark green leaves that transform into attractive autumn colours, while its highly decorative bark peels in colourful patches, adding winter interest. With a neat, bushy habit, it works beautifully as a terrace pot specimen, or as a highlight in a sunny border.   Lagerstroemia is well-loved in Mediterranean gardens but is still uncommon in the UK and deserves to be more widely grown. These exuberant shrubs produce a profusion of long-lasting flowers, delivering a stunning summer display. Thriving in warm, sunny spots that allow the wood to mature fully—such as a south-facing wall—they bring long lasting colour to the garden. When grown in containers, they create an eye-catching feature on a warm, south-facing patio and can be moved to a sheltered spot for winter protection. Ultimate height: 2m (6.5ft). Ultimate spread: 1.5m (4.9ft).