Bellini® Grape Crape Myrtle – Compact Deep Purple Blooming Shrub

Bellini® Grape Crape Myrtle – Deep Purple Blooms from Summer Through Fall

Bellini® Grape Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica 'Bellini Grape') packs an extraordinary amount of color into a compact, well-behaved form. Rich, deep grape-purple flower clusters smother the plant from summer through fall — long after most flowering shrubs have called it a season. Drought-tolerant, disease-resistant, and virtually maintenance-free, this is one of the most rewarding shrubs you can plant in a sunny spot.

Why Gardeners Love Bellini® Grape Crape Myrtle

• Stunning Deep Purple Blooms: Rich grape-colored flower clusters from summer through fall — one of the longest bloom seasons of any shrub.
• Compact & Tidy: Reaches just 3–4 ft tall and wide — perfect for small gardens, borders, and large containers.
• Pollinator Magnet: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds throughout the bloom season.
• Drought-Tolerant & Disease-Resistant: Hardy and low-maintenance once established.
• Attractive Bark: Smooth, exfoliating bark adds winter interest even after blooms fade.

Planting Guide

• Hardiness Zone: 7–10
• Light: Full sun (6+ hours for best blooming)
• Mature Size: 3–4 ft tall and wide
• Bloom Time: Summer through fall
• Soil: Well-drained; drought-tolerant once established
• Pruning Tip: Minimal pruning needed — trim lightly to shape after flowering; avoid “crape murder” hard pruning

Also Consider

Building a pollinator-friendly border? Pair Bellini® Grape with our Blueberry Pie® Butterfly Bush — its blue-violet blooms and sweet fragrance complement Bellini’s deep purple perfectly for a stunning summer-to-fall color display.