Crepe Myrtle

I love North Carolina summer. There are many reasons why, and near the top of the list are crepe myrtle trees. They are all over this town, ramping up their gloriously full pink, purple or white blossoms. The color show started a couple weeks ago and will last until the end of summer. And once the blossoms are done and fall finally comes, the leaves put on their own show with their vibrant red and orange hues. Crepe Myrtle rules.