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How to Grow and Care for Pride of India

Pride of India, also known as Queen's crape myrtle, Giant crape-myrtle, Giant crepe-myrtle, Rose of India

Pride of India is a robust and low-maintenance flowering tree, suitable for novice gardeners. Key care needs include full sunlight exposure and well-draining soil, ensuring optimal growth and bloom. A special care point for pride of India is to provide regular waterings during the initial growth phase, but once established, pride of India is drought-resistant. Pruning is essential only to remove dead or crossing branches, simplifying ongoing maintenance.

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Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Pride of India

ToughnessHigh
Care LevelLow
Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanPerennial
Watering ScheduleEvery 2 weeks
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil TypeGarden Soil
Soil pH5.5-6.5
Planting TimeSpring, Fall
Hardiness Zones
7-10
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Pride of India features a distinctive display of deciduous foliage, which during its blooming period, produces striking, large clusters of bright pink to light purple flowers. Each trumpet-shaped bloom measures up to 2 inches (5 cm) in width. This colorful inflorescence contrasts sharply with its oval to elliptical, leathery leaves that can grow to 8-12 inches (20-30 cm) in length. The bark on mature trees is often marked with attractive mottled patterns, adding visual interest even when the tree is not in flower.
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