Thursday, August 4, 2011

My Pink Crepe Myrtle Tree

My crepe myrtle tree (Lagerstroemia) is in full bloom now. I love its deep pink color. And I love the way it looks against the blue clear sky.

crepe myrtle tree

I also like how it looks indoors!

crepe myrtle bouquet

The only thing I don’t like about this tree is that I have to sweep the fallen down flowers off my garden pathway almost every day!

garden pathwalk

I'm linking this post to:

Cottage Flora Thursday @ Fish Tail Cottage,
Fresh Cut Friday @ Rose Vignettes,
Home Sweet Home Friday @The Charm of Home,
and Show and Tell Friday @ My Romantic Home

29 comments:

Olive said...

Beautiful Olga and I love it that they take our heat.

very merry vintage style said...

It's beautiful--that bouquet is magnificent!
Mary

Mindy said...

Oh I just love those. So pretty.
I have a mallow tree in my backyard that is just starting to bloom - and so starts the never ending task of picking up dead flowers out of the flower beds, paths, and lawn. Ugh.

Unknown said...

What a stunning bouquet! I think that we can actually grow these trees in Phoenix. I would love to have one. Thanks so much for joining in for Fresh-Cut Friday! :) I'm so glad you did.

Have a wonderful weekend!

~Liz

Anonymous said...

I love them too and have one in the back yard! But I can't reach the blooms! :) Yours are so lovely in the vase.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Sunray Gardens said...

That is beautiful and what a gorgeous bouquet.
Cher Sunray Gardens

GardenOfDaisies said...

Your pink myrtle is gorgeous against the blue sky!!

Aledia said...

Thank You so much for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment, I'm your newest follower :)

Your pink myrtle is just exquisite!! I love the bright color against the blue sky.

Have a wonderful evening!
Aledia @ Plum Perfect

Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Hi Olga! I see these around town and they are a real head turner! Twice as gorgeous inside!

Mariette's Back to Basics said...

Dearest Olga,

These flowers are gorgeous; almost like lilacs! Is it a tall or a medium sized tree?
Indeed, they can be messy if close to a drive- or walkway. But still, it is worth it!
Love to you,

Mariette

Blueberry said...

This tree is so unusual - so beautiful! And it looks perfect indoors:) have a nice weekend, Ira

deb said...

Your crepe myrtle is gorgeous! It sure makes a pretty bouquet too. Mom had a crepe myrtle that she loved..so when I see them I think of her.
Have a great weekend!
*hugs*deb

Mylise said...

I have the same tree in my garden ! Yours is magnific...
It grows well in my country too, south of France, but the wind droped the flowers in my swimming pool, Arghhh !!!!!
Bonne journée, bises.

Cherry Chick said...

Just beautiful, Olga! I'd rather sweep flowers than leaves....right? I love the color you have. Thanks so much for sharing with us all on Fresh Cut Friday.
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Lynn said...

Absolutely gorgeous, love the color-enjoy:@)

Unknown said...

What a nice full bouquet. The color is so rich too. Very pretty.

Maggie said...

I've never seen crepe myrtle in bloom before, the flowers are amazing, even when littering the ground!
Maggie

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

How beautiful. My girlfriend in SC has some of these trees also! Happy FCFF!

Barb said...

Hi....we have some of these and I never thought of bringing them in. How lovely they are!!!

Barb

Larry said...

Yum... wish they were hardy here! L

HolleyGarden said...

How beautiful it is! The fallen petals look so romantic.

Blooming Rose Musings said...

What a beautiful color! The fallen petals would not bother me because the tree is so gorgeous.
Beautiful!
I am visiting from Fresh Cut Friday.

The Charm of Home said...

I love these trees. Your is the loveliest color! Thanks for linking it up at Home Sweet Home!
Sherry

GratefulPrayerThankfulHeart said...

I just love your Crepe Myrtle trees. I see many in bloom as I drive around. I would love to have them in our yard.

Sheila said...

As you sweep you mist enjoy seeing the wonderful blossoms though Olga. Do you ever try pressing flowers?

Karie said...

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing. karie

Tricia said...

What a beautiful tree, just look at those flowers! :)

Erica (Irene) said...

Ваше дерево дуже красиво ... і прекрасні кольори.

We don't have those trees in my area, I guess too cold...... but such a beautiful colour those flowers.

Iryna. :-)))

Kathy said...

Love the Crape Myrtle - they look like confetti! I understand, but don't mind the flowers!
Kathy

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