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Q.Our Established Crepe Myrtle Tree In Dropping Leave And Flowers And Now The Branches Are Quite Sparse. What Can We Do?

Zone Southern NJ zone 6 | nahniepops added on September 11, 2023 | Answered

It was fertilized in the spring. It is mulched. It gets regularly watered by the sprinkler system. We do not see mold on it.

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BushDoctor
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Answered on September 12, 2023

Unfortunately, it is hard to say without seeing more of the plant, and the issues such as insides of branches and any growth still on the tree.

Taking samples to your local garden centers or extension service can help since they can see the issue in person. This link will help you to find your nearest extension service:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search

I suspect, possibly, Verticillium wilt, or crape myrtle blight.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/crepe-myrtle-tree-problems.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/crepe-myrtle-tip-blight.htm

This collection of articles will give you more information on crepe myrtles:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle

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