Pruning Crepe Myrtle

My Natchez crepe myrtle is beginning to leaf out. Should I prune now or not? I prune usually in late winter but spring took me by surprise this year.

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 03/20/2014 @ 9:31 pm

You can do it now, but you need to do so very soon to avoid losing blossoms this season. Here is more information on pruning these trees: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/best-crepe-myrtle-pruning-time-when-to-prune-crepe-myrtle.htm ^[1]

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