There are few summer sights more iconic than a crepe myrtle in full bloom. In colorful hues like pink, violet, and red, crepe myrtles are a favorite of gardeners looking for a low maintenance ...

Avoid this common pruning mistake before your tree becomes an eyesore.

When fall weather arrives, it’s time to start thinking about preparing your plants for winter. Crepe myrtles are no exception. In USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 7-9, where they grow best, these ...

Discover what to do with crepe myrtle in March. These 3 jobs will set your tree up for a summer of vibrant flowering. Pruning and mulching are key this month.

QUESTION: I planted asparagus three years ago and am looking forward to my first crop this year. However, I wasn’t aware of how high and thick the ferns grow. They shade a part of my garden. After ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Crepe Myrtle tree branches encased in ice - Zach Zimet/Shutterstock Among the many mistakes everyone makes when growing crepe ...

These crape myrtles are victims of "crape murder," which is excessive pruning. February is also the time to start planting your vegetable garden. All of the cool-season crops can be planted, from ...

I have crape myrtles that are about 30 years old. I have pruned them every year. The older and bigger ones are not blooming ...

We all enjoy the colorful blooms of flowering crape myrtles in the summer. But it’s those same trees that all too often fall victim to a misguided winter ritual known as “crape murder,” the aggressive ...