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Natchez Crape Myrtle Tree Details

A FEW TESTIMONIALS

Hi ... several weeks ago I bought a Sweet Tea Olive and a Frost Proof Gardenia from you. I potted them up and they are doing well. The Sweet Tea Olive has blooms. Thank you so much!" ― Patricia W.

Bought 2 tea olive shrubs from him. They were and still are so healthy! He provided written directions on care and planting. That was so helpful since I'm a novice. I'll be back! ― Gayle T.

Wonderful sale, plant very healthy & is still happy, very knowledgeable & communication was great, would definitely buy from again. ― Robin F.

I have bought several plants from Michael that were very healthy and good specimens. He takes the time to provide informational handouts and education on how to be successful in growing them. He is easy to work with and will even meet you in a convenient location for pickup. ― Deb C.

The tea olive is GORGEOUS. I look forward to many more purchases with you! ― Gina D.

― Natchez Crape Myrtle Tree

(Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei "Natchez")
Full Sun

This ornamental deciduous tree provides up to 120 days of

12 to 16" long

round to elongated clusters of pure white single flowers from mid summer to early fall. Its foliage is dark green covering the upright, arching branches forming a umbrella-shape canopy, as shown below. Really stands out while few others can provide such colorful display. Attractive reddish purple fall leaves and exfoliating bark in winter with its cinnamon-red bark. They grow at a fast rate of about 24" per year. A favorite among landscape designers and

gardeners

alike. Ideal specimen tree, groupings, rows lining your driveway or property, outdoor spaces like patio, decks for shade, framing corners of your home, and entry ways. Always a visual standout.

See Specifications below. Shop the Natchez Crape Myrtle for sale. Buy direct from a small family owned South Carolina grower.

Specifications

Item

Description

Other Names

N/A

Special Features

Low maintenance. Disease, heat, deer, mildew, and moderately drought resistant.

Item	Description
Other Names	N/A
Special Features	Low maintenance. Disease, heat, deer, mildew, and moderately drought resistant.
Category	Tree
Hardiness Zones	7-10 See Hardiness Zone Map below.
Growth Rate	Very Fast
Sun	Full Sun
Height	25-30Ft.
Width	15-25Ft.
Planting-General	Likes sand, loam, silt and clay soil. Well drained. Soil pH range 5 to 6.5. Slightly acidic is ideal, but is fine with anything but extremely alkaline.
Planting-Spacing	Plant 15-20 Feet apart.
Watering	Average, low once established. Can add Root Stimulation which helps early root development and strengths roots, as well as, reduces plant shock when planting.
Fertilizing	Feed in early spring with slow release fertilize for shrubs & trees.
Pruning	Not required. Do not cut them back to the "knuckles/fists" as this results in less flowers and longer branches. Instead, prune in late winter or early spring, just prior to new growth. Do not prune in November or December as they can put on new growth and if a freeze occurs then they could be damaged.
Deer	Deer do not favor their taste. If in a high deer area, spray every 3 to 6 months with deer repellent.
Flowers	120 days of 12 to 16" long round to elongated clusters of pure white single flowers from mid summer to early fall.