Natchez Crepe Myrtle Festival

07/09/2022

We had a wonderful time and learned so much this morning at our Crepe Myrtle seminar hosted at Smoots. Wonderful speakers who are so knowledgeable! We also presented our Sally Junkin Keep Natchez Blooming Awards to three deserving award winners who keep Natchez blooming !

07/09/2022

Thank you for attending our Crepe Myrtle kick off event at Locust Alley !

07/09/2022

Thank you so much for your support and attendance at the Crepe Myrtle kick - off reception on Friday evening at Locust Alley and also this morning’s seminars at Smoots! I think a good time was had by all ! Long May the Crepe Myrtle tree reign in Natchez !!!

07/08/2022

Come on down this evening to Locust Alley to enjoy complimentary drinks, refreshments and music to help us kick off Crepe Myrtle month from 5-7pm !

If you've been looking for a sign to take a break and get outside, this is it! Take a stroll through town to enjoy the Crepe Myrtle Trees in full bloom 🌸

07/07/2022

Come on down and celebrate the blooms with us !

07/07/2022

These are absolutely stunning ! Please go in and enjoy one !

07/06/2022

07/06/2022

Go on over to enjoy some fantastic Crepe Myrtle inspired drinks at Geaux Joe in Vidalia ! The pink lotus drink is absolutely delicious!!!! They are offering these drinks as well this Saturday at the Farmers Market come see us in our DNA booth for all things Crepe Myrtle

Crepe Myrtle Menu for July

Lavender Lemonade- an iced lemonade with hints of lavender

Pink Rosayne - our version of the popular "pink drink" with a caffeine free hibiscus tea, strawberry, and a splash of coconut milk

White Lotus Coconut and Lime Sparkler - an energizing base of white lotus with delicious coconut and lime... the perfect refreshing summer combo.

07/05/2022

A stunning view of the blooms by the river !

07/05/2022

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Follow these tips to help you choose the right crape myrtle varieties for your yard and learn how to care for them.

06/28/2022

Organizers hope the Natchez International Crepe Myrtle Festival, June 21-22, will rival the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., and fall foliage tours in New England.