Crapemyrtles are one of the few plants that can be planted during the hot summer season. Just make sure that you keep them well watered. Some hand watering may be ...

Crepe myrtles (Lagerstroemia indica) are an ideal tree to grow in container-style gardens. This deciduous tree native to Asia thrives in pots and containers with good drainage. The crepe myrtle gets ...

Crape myrtle (also known as crepe myrtle), which has the botanical name Lagerstroemia indica, is a large deciduous shrub or small tree that is native to parts of Asia, including China and the ...

For the record, however, notice how strongly the new shoots have grown on the crape myrtle down the hill. One of the plants came through unscathed and is blooming beautifully.

To maximize crape myrtle bloom, plant the trees in full sun and in well-draining soil to prevent waterlogged roots and stunted growth. Regular water is needed several times a week for the first 2 ...

Hardiness, hotter summers helping colorful crape myrtles find homes here Many are hardy enough, but we were never hot enough. In recent summers, however, I’ve seen them blooming in local gardens ...

The same thing will happen to Shumard red oaks and Chinese pistachios, two other thin-barked trees. It shows up two or three years after planting.

Crepe myrtle offers some stunning blooms to liven up your garden, and one particular breed will put you on the fast track to a yard full of gorgeous flowers.

From the Ground Up: Exploring crepe myrtles 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 ...

Thanks to the Crepe Myrtle trees, everything around the neighborhood seems to be awash in pink. My walk this week is inspired by the new box office smash Barbie.

The sudden spread of crape myrtle bark scale across the South has probably been due to transport of infected plants from one nursery to another, almost assuredly unintentionally.

Learn the differences between the dogwood tree vs the crepe myrtle tree, including appearance, classification, and care.