Early Bird Purple Crape Myrtle – 2 Gallon Pot

I was SOOO excited to finally find these. I searched so many retailers and everyone was sold out. I asked Wilson Bros to hold off on shipping because I had a vacation and they politely followed suit. The plants arrived in good conditions, the soil was still wet but some of the leaves had fallen off during shipping so I hope it’s OK. I planted yesterday, hoping they love their new place. —————— WBG Reply – Hi Shelby – Thanks so much for your feedback and review of the Early Bird Purple Crape Myrtle and we hope you enjoy it for years to come. Sometimes during summer, plants, especially deciduous plants, will lose some leaves during transit. This is caused by being in a dark and warm environment for a few days. Once out of the box and planted new roots and leaves will emerge and the plants will be fine. Know that a plant with less foliage will require less water. So just provide enough water to keep the root ball and the surrounding soil damp to moist, not contantly soggy, which can cause problems with the roots. Let us know if there’s ever anything else we can help you with. We’re at your service! – Brent | Wilson Bros Gardens

This Crape Myrtle arrived in good condition and was planted the same day. It’s a very pretty purple flower with green leaves and true to the picture. It has rained a lot here in Florida but this Crape is holding up well. I also have an early bird lavender that is doing well. Be sure and plant in a sunny spot with good drainage.Wilson Bros Gardens shipped immediately and packed well!

I submitted a review for a beautiful Early bird dwarf I purchased last year. After a terribly, unusually bitter cold winter here in southern NJ, I thought my little beauty had not weathered the winter. Because this is such a plentiful, long blooming plant with an absolutely gorgeous color, I ordered another one to replace the plant I thought was dead. My husband encouraged me to give ‘her’ more time, but I was afraid if I waited there wouldn’t be any more stock available for this year. As with the 1st Myrtle, this one too arrived in excellent condition. Lots of green (I’m assuming the buds were cut back for shipping) and a beautiful shape. It still hasn’t developed buds yet, but I’m confident it will. Back to my 1st Myrtle…to my amazement, this little girl is pushing out strong, sturdy branches from the base!! Now I’ll have TWO of these little beauties in my garden; one in the back garden and the original one up front by the mailbox. This winter I’ll install a burlap “blind” around the two plants. In case we have another tough winter, the shelter may prevent a total die back. Don’t hesitate to order this plant; you’ll not regret it!!!