When to Trim My Crepe Myrtle

What time of the year is best to trim a crepe myrtle? I intend to do a natural shape trim. Since they only bloom on new wood. wouldn’t a little trim every year be best? Is there anything else I can do to get more blooms beside trimming?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 07/20/2011 @ 6:14 am

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