Pruning Crapemyrtles
Topping (buck horning or dehorning) involves cutting stems back at an arbitrarily chosen height rather than pruning back to a bud, side branch, or main stem. Topping trees and shrubs is ... [... more]
Virginia Tech Extension |
Crape Myrtle
Apply a layer of compost under the tree each spring, spreading it out to the dripline (the area under the outermost branches). Add a 2-inch layer of mulch to retain moisture and control weeds, keeping ... [... more]
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Crape Myrtle Pruning
To develop a tree shape, remove all limbs growing from ground level except the three to five strongest limbs. As the tree matures, remove lower, lateral branches ("limbing up") one-third to halfway up the height of ... [... more]
Clemson University Extension |
Crapemyrtle
Plant can also be cut to just above ground level in spring to produce vigorous sprouts with large flowers, keep large varieties in bounds, and eliminate tree-like appearance. ... [... more]
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Pruners Beware
The poster child for stupid pruning practices is the crepe myrtle. There is a common belief that crepe myrtles must be butchered each year. Many people cut them back by half or ... [... more]
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Crapemyrtle Problems
Powdery mildew - is a fungus disease that affects new growth and flower buds. It first appears on leaves as a slightly, raised blister-like areas that turn into a grayish-white powdery growth. It ... [... more]
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Crape Myrtle
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia species) is a handsome, summer-flowering, deciduous small tree or shrub. It is a favorite among Southern gardeners because of its beauty and ... [... more]
Clemson University Extension |
Crape Myrtles
Tuscarora Dark coral pink 70 20 plus Vase; broad crown Orange to red Massive early flower display but lower levels afterwards; exfoliating mottled light brown bark; high ... [... more]
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Centennial Spirit Crape Myrtle One Gallon
 This crape myrtle begins its seasonal show with magnificent, dark wine red inflorences that stand upright on the trees like torches in summer. In fall, foliage reliably turns ... [... more]
$24.98
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Garden Questions And Answers
A. Well, let's just say you're asking for a lot. Most specimens that are fast growing will grow way too big for near the patio. Right off the top of my head, I thought of crape myrtle trees since they don't ... [... more]
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Dwarf Crape Myrtle Supersonic Mix
Charming Dwarf Crapemyrtle Plants in 5 Soft Colors Bloom All Summer! Crapemyrtle Blooms the first year from seed! Crapemyrtle plants reach just a foot tall! Crape ... [... more]
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Crapemyrtle, A Grower's Thoughts
This conversational book is a complete guide through the history, culture, varieties, and future of the South's favorite flowering plant. It includes many color pictures along with facts, opinions, and information from ... [... more]
$27.95
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