Height: 5-6m x Width 3-4m Habit & Growth rate: A broad tree with stiff upright branching but a spreading habit. This tree has a moderate growth rate. Foliage: Leaves are dark green with an orange-red tinge through Autumn. Dark Coral-Pink flowers displayed through Summer to early Autumn. Insignificant fruits. Comments: The Lagerstroemia indica x L. fauriei 'Tuscarora' is an excellent specimen/feature tree. It's ability to tolerate a wide range of soil and climatic conditions make the species a good choice for street trees as well. Shows some resistance to powdery mildew. Rough bark that reveals a smooth underbark as the tree matures.