When is the best time to prune crapemyrtles in the landscape?
If severe pruning is needed, crapemyrtles should be pruned in the winter when dormant. Basic pruning should be done sometime between late fall and early spring. The flowers are borne terminally on the current season’s growth. Cutting the entire plant back to several feet each year is NOT recommended the natural, graceful effect is completely ruined and usually can never be realized. This plant has an amazing ability to rejuvenate itself each spring. Pruning of faded flowers or seed pods during the growing season will result in new flushes of flowers and increase the length of the blooming period. • Q: What type and when do I use pesticides on my lawn? A: Pesticides should only be used after the pest problem in your lawn has been properly identified. Sometimes there are other control measures available without using pesticides. These include proper plant selection, cultural controls, etc. If pesticides are required, one should read the label before purchasing and applying the product. •
