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BARISTA® SWEET MACCHIATO CRAPEMYRTLE
Lagerstroemia x
'Sweet Macchiato'
PP28759 Plant propagation prohibited
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Jumbo gallon Potted
(SKU: 20053)
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List Price $45.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 6-9 · Mature Height: 2-3 Feet · Mature Spread: 3-4 Feet
Meet Barista® Sweet Macchiato Crapemyrtle, a petite powerhouse of a crape myrtle that looks like it was brewed to perfection. This irresistible shrub delivers a visual caffeine rush, with deep blue-green foliage stirred with glossy red tips that glow like embers in morning light.
By late summer, it bursts into a foamy flourish of hot pink blooms topped with cheerful mustard-yellow stamens — a vivid blend that keeps pollinators buzzing and passersby double-taking. Compact yet bold, this beauty fits anywhere from sunny borders to small groups to create an amazing focal point, adding a shot of color where you least expect it.
Hardy and self-assured, Barista® Sweet Macchiato Crapemyrtle thrives on new wood, ensuring a fresh flush of flowers every year — even in northern climates. Bee-friendly, deer-resistant, and drought-tolerant once established, it's an all-season stunner that delivers southern charm with northern grit.
Family: Lythraceae · Common Name: Crapemyrtle
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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BARISTA® SWEET MACCHIATO CRAPEMYRTLE Plant Characteristics
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - High Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - Low Resistance |
Flower Color*
| • | Purple |
Growth Rate*
| • | Fast |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Purple |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Purple |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Shrub |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Moist |
| • | Prefers Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Tolerates Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Summer Flowering |
| • | Year-Round |
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BARISTA® SWEET MACCHIATO CRAPEMYRTLE Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Prefers well-draining loamy or clay soils.
- Tolerates average garden soil but dislikes soggy roots.
- Add compost to improve aeration and structure.
- Sun Exposure:
- Thrives in full sun (6+ hours daily).
- Best color and bloom production in bright, direct light.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Water deeply and infrequently once established.
- Avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew.
- Provide extra water during extended dry spells.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Avoid overfertilizing — it encourages foliage over flowers.
- Mulch to maintain soil moisture and regulate temperature.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage new growth.
- Remove any winter-damaged stems before new buds emerge.
- Deadhead spent flowers to extend the blooming season.
Interesting Notes About BARISTA® SWEET MACCHIATO CRAPEMYRTLE
- Coffee-Inspired Collection: 'Sweet Macchiato' is part of the BARISTA® Collection, each cultivar named after a favorite café indulgence — proof that good plants and good coffee both fuel happiness.
- Northern Hardy Crape Myrtle: Developed by Walters Gardens for cold climates, it's a breakthrough performer that blooms beautifully even where traditional southern varieties struggle.
- Fiery Foliage Show: The red new growth against dark blue-green leaves gives it a dramatic, "lit from within" look — like sunlight on a fresh espresso pour.
- Pollinator Magnet: Bees and butterflies can't resist its nectar-rich blooms — a must-have for anyone building a pollinator-friendly garden.
- Year-Round Texture: Even after the flowers fade, its sculptural seed pods and glossy foliage keep the garden interesting into fall and winter.
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