Chinese Fringe

Question

Bloomed in the spring. Now branches are very brittle. They break in half. Dallas, Texas.

Answer 1

Did you experience a cold snap after they bloomed? It may have suffered shock if the temperatures dipped well below normal OR it may just need a severe pruning. These articles will help you:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/loropetalum/loropetalum-shrubs.htm

and

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/loropetalum/pruning-overgrown-loropetalum.htm