Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Natchez' ~ Natchez Crape Myrtle

Natchez Crape Myrtle is a large deciduous shrub with dark cinnamon exfoliating bark.  The glossy deep green foliage turns vibrant red-orange in fall, while the large white soft panicles bloom on new wood in summer.  Best color in full sun and rich well-drained soil.  Mildew resistant. Type:  Shrub Height:  15' - 20' Spread:  15’ - 20' Spacing:  18' USDA Hardiness Zone:  6 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  White Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance.  Water Regularly.  Prune back in spring before bloom to promote flowers.  It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew.  Watch for aphids and scale. LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Gardens, Urban Gardens, Foundation Planting, and Hedges. COMPANION PLANTS: Indian Hawthorn, Butterfly Bush, Agastache IMAGES: Abhishek 786, Crape myrtle, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2)Photo by David J. Stang, Lagerstroemia Natchez 7zz, CC BY-SA 4.0 *As plant