Wichita

Year of Introduction: 1987

Origin: US National Arboretum

Flower Color: Light magenta

Date of First Flower: Early July

Length of Flowering: 110 days

Growth Habit: Upright vase

Height: 25'+

Hardiness: Very Good (zone map)

Bark Color: Mottled mahogany and tan

Fall Color: Copper

Powdery Mildew Resistance: Very Good

Additional Comments: One of the best large crape myrtle cultivars. Beautiful exfoliating bark after it matures (3-5 years).