Why do named varieties of crape myrtles seem to disappear from nurseries? Two popular names from the past, Watermelon Red and ...

Many of the newer varieties of crape myrtles are introduced as members ... Dear Neil: The wind has caused a crack in a 4-inch branch on a hackberry tree that extends over our driveway.

You can plant varieties of Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia sp.) trees in USDA zones 6 through 11, and they can grow to be anywhere from six to 30 feet tall and between four and 15 feet wide.

Find out where crape myrtle grows best and how to choose the right variety for your garden. Plus, get tips for pruning and ...

Crape murder is happening all over town. It doesn’t matter how horticulturists talk about proper pruning techniques, each year more and more trees are cut back to stubs. Standard crape myrtles have ...