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Crape Myrtle, Basham
Crape Myrtle, Basham Party Pink
Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Basham'
Basham’s Party Pink Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Basham's Party Pink') is a fast-growing, large crape myrtle hybrid known for its soft pink flowers, smooth exfoliating bark, and excellent heat tolerance. It is one of the tallest crape myrtles, making it a great choice for shade, street plantings, or large specimen trees in Texas landscapes. Blooming from early summer to fall, it provides months of color and thrives in full sun.
This hybrid variety prefers well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil, though it can tolerate a range of conditions. It is highly drought tolerant once established but benefits from occasional deep watering in extended dry spells. Resistant to powdery mildew, this cultivar requires less maintenance than older crape myrtle selections. Deer tend to avoid it, making it a reliable option for urban and residential landscapes.
Basham’s Party Pink Crape Myrtle reaches a mature height of 30-40 feet with a spread of 20-30 feet, making it one of the largest crape myrtles available. When planting multiple trees, spacing of 15-20 feet apart ensures proper canopy development. Compared to other crape myrtles, it grows rapidly and develops an attractive, wide-spreading canopy that provides light shade.
In USDA Zones 7-10, Basham’s Party Pink is cold-hardy but deciduous, shedding its leaves in winter to reveal striking, mottled bark. It requires minimal winter care in Texas, though young trees benefit from mulch around the base in colder regions. Pruning in late winter or early spring helps shape the tree and promote new growth for maximum flowering.
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Fast growing shade tree |
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Long blooming season |
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Heat & drought resistant |
Flower Color:Light Pink
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Height:30-40 Feet
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Spread:20-30 Feet
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Spacing:15-20 in
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USDA Hardiness Zone 7a
Available Sizes:
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Description |
| CRA-BAS-15 |
#015 CRAPE MYRTLE, BASHAM (PINK) |
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| CRA-BAS-30 |
#030 CRAPE MYRTLE, BASHAM (PINK) |
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| CRA-BAS-45 |
#045 CRAPE MYRTLE, BASHAM (PINK) |
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Characteristics & Attributes
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Deer Tolerance
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Exposure
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Full Sun |
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Full Sun to Part Shade |
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Habit
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Soil pH Preference
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Water Needs
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Tolerates Poor Drainage
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