CRAPE MYRTLE PRUNING 101 | Mississippi State University Extension Service

In our last video, a lot of you let us know you wanted to actually see how to prune a crape myrtle the right way. Today we’re doing exactly that. Proper pruning makes a huge difference in the shape, health, and blooms of your tree, so we’re walking through what good pruning really looks like. Watch along to see how it should be done. 🌸🪴 #smithsgardentown #crapemyrtle #pruning #northtexasgardening | Smith's Gardentown

How to properly prune a crape myrtle without harming the tree. Join Alicia, our ISA Certified Arborist and Horticulturalist here at Verdant Landscape, as she explains the right way to prune a crape myrtle. WHY we prune Pruning should always have a clear objective: • Create clearance • Reduce risk • Improve structure and/or shape • Remove dead or broken branches WHEN to prune The best time to prune crape myrtles is during the dormant season, typically December through mid-February. HOW to prune •