Crape Myrtle Pruning Tips

Here's a 5-step guide to crepe myrtle cutting: 1. **Timing Matters:** Choose late winter or early spring for cutting, when the tree is dormant and before new growth begins.2. **Branch Selection:** Pick a healthy, mature branch that's pencil-thick and at least 12-18 inches long.3. **Prune with Precision:** Trim the branch just above a leaf node at a 45-degree angle using sharp pruning shears.4. **Leaf Management:** Remove most of the lower leaves, leaving a few at the top for photosynthesis.5. **

Pruning My Crepe Myrtle and Turning it into Mulch! | Texas Garden Guy

Back in July, I taught you how to prune your crêpe myrtles to get a second bloom! Here’s an update on where we are about two months later. if you need an amazing pole trimmer to trim tall bushes or trees, comment LINK71 below and I’ll send you the source! Let me know below if you tried this #planthack and if you are getting the same results! Be sure to tag or share this with your gardening bestie who also has crepe myrtles. 🌸🌸🌸 #crepemyrtle #planttips #planttip #planttipsandtricks #landscapin