{"product_id":"lagerstroemia-diamonds-in-the-dark-blush","title":"Lagerstroemia 'Diamonds in the Dark Blush' - Diamonds in the Dark Blush Crepe Myrtle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLagerstroemia ‘Diamonds in the Dark Blush’\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Diamonds in the Dark Blush Crepe Myrtle, is a striking deciduous shrub or small tree admired for its rich, near-black foliage and abundant clusters of blush-pink flowers. Blooming from late spring through summer, this compact crepe myrtle grows up to 3 meters tall, making it perfect for feature planting, hedges, or containers. Its dramatic foliage and vibrant blooms provide multi-season interest in gardens and landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat- and drought-tolerant, this low-maintenance tree thrives in warm climates, adding bold color and texture to outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Up to 3 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2–3 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cultivar origin (species native to Asia and Australia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dark burgundy-black leaves; deciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in temperate, subtropical, and arid regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Abundant blush-pink blooms in late spring through summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e: Compact, bushy growth habit with upright branching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for feature planting, hedges, borders, mass planting, or containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 2–3 meters apart for hedging or individual displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires minimal pruning; shape lightly in winter if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generally pest-free and resilient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Performs well in low-water gardens once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bold blooms and dark foliage in growing season; dormant in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complements modern, cottage, and Mediterranean garden styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diamonds in the Dark Blush Crepe Myrtle is a showstopping addition to gardens, providing bold foliage and vibrant blooms with minimal care. Perfect for creating dramatic accents or year-round interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282018922692,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/image_62.jpg?v=1734519193","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/lagerstroemia-diamonds-in-the-dark-blush","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}