There is no absolute "proper planting interval" for crape myrtle trees. Spacing is based on the mature size of the plants. Photo by LSU AgCenter. QUESTION: Horticulture must be like religion -- ...

Nothing says summer in the South like crepe myrtles. Found in many shapes, sizes, and varieties, their arching branches make them a mainstay for framing many a courtyard. The tree loves heat and ...

From attracting pollinators to repelling pests, companion plants can benefit the crepe myrtles in your yard. And you'll add color and texture for more impact.

In the spring as the weather changes, many are concerned about pruning crape myrtles. Hacking the tops of crape myrtles has become a common practice in Rowan County as often referred as “Crape Murder.

New, smaller crape myrtles fit better in most gardens while providing lots of flower power and sometimes colorful purple leaves too. Older, large types like Natchez, Muskogee, and Tuscarora grow into ...

This time of year, when we walk outside, we are immediately hit with a thick wall of Northeast Florida humidity. While most of our landscape trees and plants are drooping or having pest and disease ...

We often add flowering annuals and perennials to our landscapes to introduce color but flowering trees are sometimes overlooked. There are many great flowering trees throughout the year, but the one ...

If you have a spot for a specimen shrub or tree, consider planting a crape myrtle. They are cold hardy, produce attractive flowers and may also provide some free pest control. Since we are on the ...

For more than 50 years, Southern Living has told you how beautiful the iconic crepe myrtle is in every season and how easy it is to grow. No surprise, it is the most widely planted tree in the South.