Adaptability and Ornamental Evaluation of Crape Myrtle Varieties in Zhengzhou
This study uitilized 14 excellent crape myrtle varieties introduced from different regions as experi-mental materials,we investigated and scored 11 indicators,including adaptability and ornamental value.Analytic Hierarchy Process and cluster analysis were used for comprehensive evaluation and analysis to screen out crape myrtle varieties with high comprehensive value.The aim is to provide references and suggestions for the cultiva-tion and application of new crape myrtle varieties in Zhengzhou.The results showed that the tree species with high ornamental value(Level I)and suitable for local area include:Xiaoming 1,A65,A55,Huohongziye,and Feixueziye;Tree species with average local application value(Level II)include A45,A64,A10,A19,A48,and A43;Tree species with lower local application value(Level III)include A13,A03,and A11.