I love when the Crape Myrtles bloom.  In China, they are called the "flower of one hundred days," because they bloom that long.

 

Crape Myrtles, or Lagerstroemia indica, are small trees that grow to 30 feet, and come in lots of colors:  from white through pink and lavender, all the way to dark red.  The white ones are called Natchez, and you can see those planted in large groups all around.  There are some beautiful ones at the United Community Bank in Blairsville.  Many cities plant them in the medians and other public places.  Nice city trees.  

 

The one in this picture isn't a tree;  it's more of a bush.  It has multiple trunks and is only about 5 feet tall.  But look at that color!!!  I love the lavender ones.  I also love the peeling bark of Crape Myrtles, revealing creamy shades of tan, and twisted, muscle-like wood.  Gorgeous trees and shrubs.

 

Look for them in your travels.

 

HAPPY GARDENING!!!