When do you cut back Crepe myrtle trees and how much can you safely cu
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This should help
http://thedailysouth.southernliving.com/2009/02/24/what-concerns-p/
Per southern Living good video..... http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/gardens/stop-dont-chop-crepe-myrtles
After they are finished flowering.Do this before it gets to hot outside and a small amount at a time
http://www.gardensalive.com/product/pruning-crepe-crape-myrtles/you_bet_your_garden
I live in the Deep South in lower Alabama. I personally don't trim my crepe myrtles. They are beautiful when left natural. Going to try and share one of mine with you. Keep in mind that all of the rain and storms of late have knocked down many blossoms. And this is a very old tree.