Natchez Crape Myrtle — Classic White Blooms & Elegant Bark
Natchez Crape Myrtle is a Southern garden icon, prized for its dazzling white blooms, rich cinnamon bark, and graceful shape. It blooms for up to 100 days in summer, creating a bright floral canopy even during hot, dry weather.
This fast-growing tree also delivers year-round appeal: glowing flowers in summer, fiery orange fall foliage, and smooth, peeling bark in winter. An excellent choice for lining driveways, large borders, or as a specimen tree in sunny yards.
- � Huge white flower clusters all summer long
- � Glowing orange-red fall foliage
- � Elegant cinnamon-brown bark in winter
- � Mature Size: 20–30 ft. tall, 15–20 ft. wide
- ☀️ Full sun lover and drought tolerant
- � Attracts butterflies and pollinators
Note: Blooms on new wood — prune in late winter to shape. Fast-growing and mildew resistant. Ships dormant when not in active growth.
Growing Zones: 7–10 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 20–30 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature Width: | 15–20 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Lagerstroemia indica × fauriei 'Natchez' |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Bloom Time: | Mid-Summer to Early Fall |
| Type: | Deciduous Flowering Tree |
FAQ's
How big does Natchez Crape Myrtle get?
Natchez typically reaches 20–30 feet tall and 15–20 feet wide at maturity — perfect for a mid-size shade or accent tree.
When does it bloom?
It blooms from mid-summer through early fall — one of the longest blooming crape myrtles with white flowers.
Is it mildew resistant?
Yes! 'Natchez' is known for its strong resistance to powdery mildew, unlike older varieties.
Does it need pruning?
Prune in late winter if needed to shape or control size. Avoid heavy 'crape murder' cuts — this variety has a naturally elegant form.
Will it survive winter?
It’s cold hardy to Zone 7 and thrives in southern and warm-temperate climates. In Zone 6, top growth may die back during harsh winters.
