Year of Introduction: 1987
Origin: US National Arboretum
Flower Color: Lavender
Date of First Flower: Mid-July
Length of Flowering: 80 days
Growth Habit: Broad, upright
Height: 10-20'
Hardiness: Very Good (zone map)
Bark Color: Gray and beige or white
Fall Color: Orange, russet or dull red
Powdery Mildew Resistance: Very Good
Additional Comments: Unique near-white to beige exfoliating bark.