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Q.Trim Large Muskogee Crepe Myrtle

Zone 77573 | vdfunk@comcast.net added on December 19, 2019 | Answered

I have a beautiful large Muskogee that is about 35 feet tall. I’ve noticed over the last 2 years I am not getting as many blooms and it looks like it is thinning. Can I trim this? Like a major trim, or will that harm it? See uploaded photo.

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on December 21, 2019

Pruning can encourage new growth which should produce blooms. Here is more info on how and when to prune:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/best-crepe-myrtle-pruning-time-when-to-prune-crepe-myrtle.htm

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