Acoma Crepe Myrtle - Lagerstroemia 'Acoma'

Acoma Crepe Myrtle Lagerstroemia 'Acoma'

A refined, weeping form with exceptional seasonal presence. 'Acoma' delivers cascading white summer blooms, outstanding autumn colour, and striking winter bark, a specimen that performs across every season without demanding attention.

Why Acoma Crepe Myrtle

Form: Graceful weeping habit with a broad, arching canopy, distinctive structure that reads well in both formal and naturalistic compositions.
Flowering: Prolific white panicles through summer, providing extended colour at scale.
Autumn Display: Rich foliage tones in copper and burgundy before leaf drop, a second season of visual impact.
Winter Interest: Smooth, mottled bark provides sculptural appeal through the dormant months.
Resilience: Highly tolerant of heat, drought, and humidity once established, well suited to Australian conditions.

Ideal Applications

Feature Specimen: Positioned as a focal point within a courtyard, entry forecourt, or residential frontage.
Streetscape Planting: Performs reliably in road reserve and median plantings where heat tolerance is essential.
Poolside & Entertaining Areas: Weeping canopy provides filtered shade without heavy litter, suited to hard-surface surrounds.
Multi-Stem Groves: Planted in informal groupings for layered seasonal interest across larger landscape projects.

Specimen & Installation

Spacing (screening/hedge): 2–3m
Spacing (feature/avenue): 3–5m
Planting Season: Spring or autumn
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types including clay and sandy soils; moderately drought tolerant once established
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two growing seasons to establish a strong root system. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.

Plant Details

Height: 2.5–3.5m
Width: 2.5–3.5m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: China and Korea
Flower Colour: White