Black Diamond? Crimson Crown? Crape Myrtle Shrub

Black Diamond® Crimson Crown™ Crape Myrtle Shrub

This exceptional ornamental plant delivers year-round visual drama with its distinctive ebony foliage and vibrant crimson flowers. From late spring through the first hard frost, you'll enjoy continuous blooms that create a stunning color contrast against the dark leaves. Buy Black Diamond® Crimson Crown™ Crape Myrtle online today and transform your garden with this low-maintenance showstopper.

Landscaping Uses

This versatile plant works beautifully as a focal point in ornamental borders, foundation plantings, or small garden spaces. Its flexible growth habit allows you to train it as either a compact shrub or small tree depending on your landscape design. In colder regions, grow it as a container specimen or seasonal accent. The striking dark foliage and ruby blooms pair well with lighter-colored plants and work wonderfully in contemporary or traditional garden settings.

Specifications

Height: 12 feet
Width: Variable
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Full sun (6-8 hours daily for best foliage color)
Water: Drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining, amended with compost
USDA Zones: Variable by region

Why Homeowners Love It

• Rich black foliage provides year-round visual interest and striking color contrast
• Extended blooming season from late spring through fall frost
• Remarkably heat and disease-tolerant with minimal ongoing maintenance
• Naturally flexible form allows training as a shrub or small tree to suit any space

Planting & Care

Plant in a full-sun location where the plant receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to maintain its distinctive dark leaf coloration. Prepare the planting area by mixing compost into native soil, then dig a hole twice the width of the root ball. Water regularly and deeply during the establishment period (approximately every other day for the first month), then reduce frequency as the plant matures since it becomes quite drought-tolerant. Apply a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stem. In early spring, fertilize with a slow-release flowering shrub formula, and prune lightly as needed to shape the plant and encourage fuller branching.