{"product_id":"lagerstroemia-dark-roast","title":"Lagerstroemia 'Dark Roast'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLagerstroemia 'Dark Roast'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact crape myrtle selection known for its deep burgundy foliage and rich red purple summer blooms that hold strong color through the heat of midsummer. Its dense branching and smaller habit make it an excellent choice for residential landscapes where bold color and manageable size are both desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 - 5 ft x 3 - 4 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer to early fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate deer resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a cultivated ornamental form of Lagerstroemia indica, a species native to parts of Asia and widely grown in North America for its long bloom period and heat tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts butterflies such as Swallowtails, Painted Ladies, and skippers which feed on the abundant summer blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to native bees and honeybees which actively forage on the dense flower clusters during peak bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws hummingbirds which are strongly attracted to the tubular nectar rich flowers throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 3 - 4 ft apart to allow full canopy development while maintaining airflow and shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for foundation plantings, mixed borders, and accent use where its dark foliage and long blooming flowers provide strong seasonal color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalvia greggii 'Hot Lips' (Autumn Sage)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends pollinator interest with continuous red and white blooms that echo the warm tones of Barista Dark Roast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRudbeckia hirta 'Denver Daisy' (Black Eyed Susan)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds bright contrast and midsummer color that pairs well with the dark foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGaura lindheimeri 'Whirling Butterflies' (Bee Blossom)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides airy movement and long lasting blooms that soften the shrub’s dense structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (Threadleaf Coreopsis)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings fine textured foliage and soft yellow flowers for seasonal contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vertical structure and architectural contrast in mixed plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46487779508385,"sku":"LAGERSTROEMIA INDICA BARISTA DARK ROAST","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/files\/Lagerstroemia_DarkRoast_2.png?v=1781797532","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/lagerstroemia-dark-roast","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}