Crepe Myrtle ‘Natchez’ is a popular deciduous variety valued for its long-lasting, pure white, crinkled flowers and striking exfoliating bark. Blooming from summer to early autumn, it creates a dramatic display of colour and texture in gardens. Its upright, vase-shaped habit and moderate growth make it ideal for street planting, specimen trees, hedges, or large containers.
Light requirement: Full sun (essential for abundant flowering)
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and clay soils
Skill level: Beginner to moderate
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large tubs or courtyard planting
Mature Height: 6–8 m
Mature Width: 4–6 m
Seasonality: Deciduous
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Moderate; can be planted in sheltered locations
Leaf colour: Dark green (turns orange-red in autumn)
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 5–10 cm long, oval
Flower Colour: Pure white
Flower Shape: Crinkled, ruffled clusters
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Summer to early autumn
Crepe Myrtle ‘Natchez’ is a popular deciduous variety valued for its long-lasting, pure white, crinkled flowers and striking exfoliating bark. Blooming from summer to early autumn, it creates a dramatic display of colour and texture in gardens. Its upright, vase-shaped habit and moderate growth make it ideal for street planting, specimen trees, hedges, or large containers.
Light requirement: Full sun (essential for abundant flowering)
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular during establishment; occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerates sandy and clay soils
Skill level: Beginner to moderate
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large tubs or courtyard planting
Mature Height: 6–8 m
Mature Width: 4–6 m
Seasonality: Deciduous
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost tolerant
Wind Tolerant: Moderate; can be planted in sheltered locations
Leaf colour: Dark green (turns orange-red in autumn)
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 5–10 cm long, oval
Flower Colour: Pure white
Flower Shape: Crinkled, ruffled clusters
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Summer to early autumn
