Lagerstroemia BLACK DIAMOND® Purely Purple™

A shrub with bright flowers against a background of black foliage

BLACK DIAMOND® Purely Purple™ is a variety of Indian lilac with almost black foliage crowned by a mass of bright purple flowers appearing in summer. 

It has an upright to bushy habit and, once established, will withstand sub-zero temperatures, down to -18° C.

It's a heat-resistant plant that will thrive in the garden, in a sunny spot.

Position : sunny sunny

Hardiness : hardy (-18°C) hardy (-18°C)

Foliage : deciduous deciduous

Seasons of interest : summer summer

 
Plant details
Position
sunny
Hardiness
hardy (-18°C)
Foliage
deciduous
Flowering period
07 - 09
Flowering colour
purple
Selected by :

James Berry Nursery
Protection :

Registered trademark, propagation without license is strictly forbidden

Lagerstroemia from the BLACK DIAMOND® range

Largestroemia from the BLACK DIAMOND® range offer a palette of dazzling colors, set against a background of black foliage.

Resistant to extreme heat, they thrive in full sun.

As of July 1, 2021, SAPHO becomes the European agent, in partnership with Breederplants, for the BLACK DIAMOND® range of varieties created by Jim Berry.

Garden Tips

Use :

Shrub bed, mixed hedge, pot for balcony or terrace. Can be planted in a row and also be trained along a south facing wall.

Type of soil :

Drought tolerant once established

Care :

Prune in March - April
Slow release granular recommended
Mulch to conserve water and reduce weeds

 

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