Q.Crepe Myrtle With Green And Brown Leaves
After purchasing half a dozen Crepe Myrtle last winter, I have successfully planted them at different points around the garden and while the green leaved varieties have put on quite a good display for the first years growth, the red/brown leaved varieties have done nothing and there is no sign of growth in any of this variety but neither have they lost leaves and died. Is there anything I can feed them or do for them to encourage them to grow. Thanks

Certified GKH Gardening Expert
The best way to encourage growth will be providing the optimal conditions for survival. Only feed if a soil test shows that it is deficient in something.
These articles will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/crepe-myrtle-care.htm