Lagerstroemia Natchez - White Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia 'Natchez' is a stunning white-flowering crape myrtle renowned for its exceptional beauty and vigorous growth. This hybrid cultivar produces abundant clusters of pure white blooms from summer through fall, creating a spectacular display in any landscape.

Key Features:

• Stunning White Blooms: Large, showy panicles of pure white flowers bloom profusely from mid-summer to fall
• Exfoliating Bark: Beautiful cinnamon-brown bark peels to reveal smooth, light gray inner bark, providing year-round visual interest
• Vigorous Growth: Fast-growing with an upright, vase-shaped form reaching 20-30 feet tall and 15-20 feet wide
• Disease Resistant: Excellent resistance to powdery mildew and other common crape myrtle diseases
• Fall Color: Foliage turns vibrant orange-red in autumn before dropping

Growing Information:

Hardiness Zones: 7-9
Light Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
Mature Size: 20-30' tall, 15-20' wide
Growth Rate: Fast
Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral
Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Landscape Uses:

Perfect as a specimen tree, in groupings, or as a flowering hedge. Ideal for street plantings, large gardens, and commercial landscapes. The extended bloom period and multi-season interest make Natchez a valuable addition to any landscape design.