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Q.Why would a crape myrtle drop all its leaves overnight?

Zone 9 | caab added on October 5, 2015 | Answered

My mother’s crape myrtle mysteriously dropped all of its leaves overnight. Have you ever heard of this? If so, what might be the problem?

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Downtoearthdigs
Answered on October 6, 2015

Crepe Myrtle is a deciduous tree and early Autumn weather will trigger leaf drop.

If the tree drops it's leaves outside of the Autumn time frame, it could be a fungus issue.

If you suspect fungus and not due to Autumn weather, rake up all leaves and dispose.

Spray the tree with Neem Oil. Use a 70 % solution and add 2 Tablespoons to a gallon of water. Spray the tree throughly.

Air circulation is key to good tree health.

Here are some links for you with more information.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/crepe-myrtle/crepe-myrtle-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

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