Anybody else have a fragrant crepe myrtle?

16 years ago

We've lived in several houses and always grow several colors of crepe myrtles in each one.

However, the two white ones we planted 4 years ago at this house just smell wonderful. Their fragrance in the morning fills the entire back porch with a wonderful scent.

I never thought crepe myrtles had a fragrance and actually had to smell the large white blossoms to be sure they were the source.

Does anyone know of any other varieties that smell so good?

Kathi

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melvalena

16 years ago

OK, now you guys just stop with this stuff. My gardens are full. I can not read about anymore plants I have to have. :(

Gotta sell this house, and I'm looking for yards with potential.

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justintx
16 years ago
My 'Natchez' (white) smell good also. Noticed many bees on them this a.m.
J.D.
jolanaweb
16 years ago
Yes, our huge Natchez has a fragrance and is always full of bees. When you walk under it you can feel the vibration
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