Ruby Prince™ Emerald Empire® Crape Myrtle Tree

Beautiful Ruby Blooms in a Manageable Size and Shape!

If you’re looking for a stunning and unique accent for your yard, the Ruby Prince™ Emerald Empire® Crape Myrtle is the way to go! The ruby pink blooms will transform your yard or garden with its vibrance, providing a focal point that is undeniable.

Blooming from early summer to the first frost, you’ll be able to enjoy this lovely shrub-like Crape Myrtle for an extended season. As a member of the Black Diamond® Crape Myrtle family, this Crape combines all the best benefits from other varieties in a new, gorgeous form.

If you’re in an area with frequent droughts, don’t worry! The Ruby Prince™ Emerald Empire® Crape Myrtles can survive on rainfall alone once established, making this a perfect plant for many locations within growing zones 6-10.

Since this variety is new and unique, you’ll be hard-pressed to find it in your local nurseries or big box stores. And with time and care at our nursery before it ships to you, your Crape Myrtle will be ready to bloom in its first season at your home.

Eager to see these gorgeous greens and ruby pinks for yourself? Order your own Ruby Prince™ Emerald Empire® Crape Myrtles today!

Planting & Care

Planting: Plant in an area with well-drained soil and full sunlight (between 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily).

Once you’ve found your planting area, dig the hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Comb your hands over the root ball to free up the roots a bit before planting. Place your tree in the hole and make sure that the root crown (where the root ball meets the trunk of the tree) is level with the soil surface. Backfill the hole and water to settle the tree’s roots. Finally, mulch the area around the tree to conserve moisture.

Watering: Though they are drought tolerant once established, you may have to water young trees more often, especially in the summer heat. Simply check the surrounding 3 inches of soil for dryness and water when this area is dry, if you’re unsure when to water, however.

Fertilizing: In the early spring and summer seasons, your Crape will greatly benefit from a light application of a complete, balanced, slow-release fertilizer formula.

Pruning: For a more graceful hedge shape, remove all but 4 to 5 strong trunks and then remove the lateral branches around the lower half of the tree. Remove any damaged or crossing branches in late winter. Clip away any suckers, or low-growing branches, throughout the year.