For years, crape myrtles have been planted in McKinney roadway medians. Summer is the ideal time to see them in bloom. Memorial Day Sale: Only 50¢ for 6 months ...

Aphids and other sap-sucking insects can drain crepe myrtle sap and spread sooty mold, while leaf spot is a fungal issue that can weaken plants, impair blooming, and leave unsightly splotches on plant ...

When crape myrtles are in bloom is the ideal time to select the exact blossom color you want. Bear in mind that plants are available either as multi- or single-trunked specimens.

Another reason given for topping crape myrtle has been that the topped trees bloom more. Recent research from Drs. Gilman and Knox at the University of Florida has demonstrated that the number of ...

Crape myrtles have put on their dazzling display lately, but crape myrtles are a flowering tree that needs care.

Wander almost anywhere in our area right now and you’re likely to see crepe myrtles in frilly bloom, with colors ranging from red, to deep pink, pale pink, and white.

Summer is a great time to buy crape myrtles because it is easy to see bloom color. However, pay careful attention to the tag on the plant to make sure it is the right size for your garden.

Like most plants that bloom during the summer, crape myrtles form flower clusters on new growth. To produce the most blooms in the summer, crape myrtles can be pruned in the winter, after the ...

I enjoy living n a heavily wooded area; that's why I oppose over-pruning of any tree. Sure, we do need to prune trees if they are in a urban setting and they are a danger to power lines, but we ...

Oklahomans definitely have a love affair with our crape myrtles; in many areas, you can see them on practically every street. Skip to main content. You have permission to edit this ...

How to ruin a crape myrtle tree July 23, 2023 at 1:47 a.m. by Richard Mason ...