2 Red Rocket Crape Myrtle Trees – Fast-Growing Cherry-Red Flowering Tree for Hedges, Screens & Accents (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Red Rocket’) in 3.5″ Cubes, Live Plants

Red Rocket Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Red Rocket’) is a striking fast-growing flowering tree known for its brilliant cherry-red blooms and elegant upright form. From midsummer through early fall, large clusters of vibrant flowers cover the canopy, creating a dramatic display that attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Hardy in USDA Zones 6–9, this deciduous landscape tree can mature to 20–30 feet tall and 10–15 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for specimen plantings, flowering hedges, privacy screens, or bold curbside accents. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Red Rocket Crape Myrtle is heat- and drought-tolerant once established, offering long-lasting color and reliable performance with minimal maintenance.

• READY TO PLANT: Includes 2 Red Rocket Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica ‘Red Rocket’) starter plants in 3.5″ cubes. Each plant is well-rooted and ready to thrive. Natural variations in size, color, or seasonal appearance may occur.
• ABOUT THIS TREE: A fast-growing deciduous flowering tree hardy in USDA Zones 6–9, maturing to 20–30 ft tall and 10–15 ft wide with an upright, spreading canopy, producing large clusters of vibrant cherry-red summertime flowers above rich green foliage.
• PERFECT FOR LANDSCAPING: Ideal for specimen plantings, flowering hedges, privacy screens, and bold landscape accents, easily trained as a large tree or shrub with its elegant form and vivid blooms attracting pollinators to outdoor space.
• STRESS-FREE CARE: A hardy, adaptable tree thriving in full sun and tolerating drought with minimal pruning, developing into a durable, long-lived tree providing reliable summer color and going dormant in winter months to return healthy and vibrant in each spring.
• SHIPPED WITH CARE: Grown in the USA and hand-packed by our veteran- and family-owned nursery, each plant arrives healthy and protected, with care instructions included. Shipped nationwide, excluding Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico.
• OUR REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE: We stand behind every plant with a 30-day guarantee from delivery. If your plants arrive damaged or struggling, reach out and send us a photo—we’ll promptly refund or replace your plants. Contact us anytime with questions — we’re here to help!