crepe myrtle
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August 1 was my Grandma Soja's birthday. She passed away in 2006. One of the things she really liked was the Crepe Myrtle, the tree seen here.

Someday I'm going to plant a Crepe Myrtle in her honor in my yard.

(Here's my Kyle Daily Photo post I put up when I learned she passed away - http://kyledailyphoto.blogspot.com/2006/10/rest-in-peace-helen-louise-soja.html)

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Originally uploaded by seanclaes

There are many different varities of the Crepe Myrtle. I really digg this tree, it smells amazing and it looks fantastic.

It'd have to be my favorite tree/bush/flower combo ever!

Here's more information on the Crepe Myrtle from a 2005 San Antonio Express News article:
http://bexar-tx.tamu.edu/HomeHort/F1Column/2005%20Articles/SEPT4.htm