Lagerstroemia Indica Pink 70lt

Full Sun
Afternoon Sun
Medium Amounts of Water
Monthly Feeding

Lagerstroemia indica, commonly known as Crape Myrtle or Crepe Myrtle, is a deciduous flowering shrub or small tree that belongs to the Lythraceae family. It is native to parts of Asia, including China, Korea, and India. The plant is popular in landscaping and gardening due to its vibrant and long-lasting summer blooms, as well as its attractive bark and foliage.

Flowers
One of the standout features of Crape Myrtles is their showy flowers. The flowers are often clustered in dense, terminal panicles and come in a variety of colours including shades of white, pink, lavender, and red. The flower clusters resemble crinkled tissue paper, which gives rise to the common name “Crepe Myrtle.”

Foliage
The leaves are simple, opposite, and elliptical with a smooth or slightly serrated margin. They are green during the growing season and may turn shades of red, orange, or yellow in the fall before dropping.

Bark
As Crape Myrtles age, their bark peels away to reveal a smooth, mottled texture underneath. This characteristic bark is a notable feature during the winter months when the plant is leafless.

Size
Depending on the variety and growing conditions, Crape Myrtles can range in size from compact shrubs to small trees. They can reach heights of 3 to 30 feet.

Cultural Requirements
Lagerstroemia indica thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and can tolerate a range of soil types. Proper pruning can help maintain a desired shape and promote healthy growth.

Hardiness
Crape Myrtles are generally hardy in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 9, but there are newer cultivars bred to be more cold-resistant, allowing them to be grown in zone 6 as well.

Disease and Pest Resistance
Crape Myrtles are generally considered relatively resistant to pests and diseases, though they can occasionally be susceptible to issues like aphids, powdery mildew, and sooty mould.

Ficus Natalensis 70lt
Common Name: Natal Fig

Full Sun
Evergreen
Wind Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Moderate Watering

Ficus natalensis, commonly known as the Natal Fig or Sycamore Fig, is a species of fig tree native to various parts of Africa. It belongs to the Ficus genus, which includes a diverse range of plants.

Appearance
Ficus natalensis is a medium to large-sized tree that can grow to heights of around 15 to 25m or more.
The leaves are simple, alternate, and have a slightly serrated margin. They are usually dark green in colour.
The figs of this species are round and typically green or yellow when ripe. They grow in clusters along the branches.

Cultivation
Ficus natalensis is well-suited to subtropical and tropical climates.
It prefers well-draining soil and can tolerate a variety of soil types.
This tree is often found along riverbanks and in wooded areas in its native habitat.

Uses
In its native range, Ficus natalensis provides fruit for wildlife and can have cultural and ecological significance.
The figs are consumed by various animals, including birds and mammals.
In some regions, the leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Diospyros Whyteana 70lt
Common Name: Bladder-nut, Common Wild Ebony

Full Sun
Evergreen
Indigenous
Low Watering
Wind Tolerant

Appearance
Diospyros whyteana is a small to medium-sized tree that can reach heights of about 5 to 10 meters.
The leaves are simple, alternate, and have an elliptical shape with a glossy, dark green colour.
The flowers are small, inconspicuous, and usually greenish-yellow in colour.
The fruit is a distinctive spherical capsule with a rough, bladder-like outer covering.

Cultivation
This tree is often found in forests, woodlands, and grasslands in its native habitat.
It’s generally adaptable to various soil types but prefers well-draining soils.
Diospyros whyteana is well-suited to subtropical and tropical climates.