February is that strange, liminal month. Winter is technically still here, but it’s losing confidence. Snow is melting into slush, the sun suddenly feels like it remembers your name, and gardeners ...

Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is a beloved choice for many North American gardeners, known for its stunning summer ...

By Amy-Lynn Albertson N.C. Cooperative Extension Picture this: a once-graceful crape myrtle, reduced to sad, bare stumps each winter — a practice known as “crape murder.” Many believe this drastic […] ...

The term “crape murder” describes the practice of drastically cutting back a crape myrtle, often removing large limbs or even ...

Don't let old growth see another spring.

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The tree pruning months of January, February and March have arrived. Major trimming is generally recommended during the ...

Winter is the perfect time for certain trees, but timing is crucial. Pruning at the right moment can keep your trees disease-free and your orchard thriving.

When you need to add a pop of color to your landscape, the crepe myrtle is worth considering. You can grow this highly ornamental flowering plant as a large tree or a smaller shrub. However, crepe ...

If you look forward to harvesting fruit from your own apple trees to make jams, pies, and jars of apple butter, the first step is ensuring you have healthy trees. Set your apple trees up for a ...

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 ...

I have noticed on recent blogs that the author has shared that a friend/neighbor/ relative came to them with a "bug" or plant problem. Well, I knew that I was in trouble when my friend said, "Come ...