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Crape Myrtles

Crape myrtles bloom in the heat of summer with large showy blooms. University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond talks about the different kinds of crape myrtle along with their common insect pests and disease problems. Crape myrtles can be divided into several categories based on their size. The smallest grow to 8 inches, while the tallest can be over 30 feet tall. Selecting the correct size for your application is critical. Many people choose plants that are too large and then have to severely prune them to keep them under control. Joellen also talks about pests including crape myrtle bark scale and aphids. She also talks about powdery mildew.

Related Videos:
Treating Crape Myrtle Bark Scale
Pruning (Not Murdering) Crape Myrtles

Related Resource:
Crape Myrtle Culture
Crapemyrtle - Flower of the South
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