The Acoma crape myrtle is a semi-dwarf, deciduous shrub or small tree, renowned for its graceful, weeping branches. The cascading branches bear pure white, puckered blooms during the summer months, fall color gives way to peeling bark to add visual interest in winter. Right-sized and versatile, the Acoma Crape Myrtle tree is a popular shrub choice for ornamental landscaping.Year-Round Visual Appeal: A definite sun lover, the zone 6 hardy Acoma Crape Myrtle is a dependable hedge or privacy screen when planted in groups. Glossy, dark green leaves transition to vibrant shades of orange and red in the fall season, while it produces clusters of pure white, puckered flowers in the summer. Exfoliating bark in winter in multiple shades of cream, olive, grey and even some pink.Multi-use Shrub or Small Tree: The Acoma Crape Myrtle typically reaches 6-10’, with a rounded, mounded and somewhat weeping form. Due to its size and ornamental features, the Acoma is suitable for both urban and suburban gardens, serving as a focal point or part of a mixed shrub border.Resilient and Disease Resistant: Once established, this variety is adaptive to various soil types and relatively drought tolerant. But it does benefit from occasional deep watering during prolonged dry periods. Its resistance to common powdery mildew sets it apart from other crape myrtle varieties.
