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4321putt Rocklin, CA Feb 09, 2010

I have a young crepe myrtle. It is still young enough to be staked. Should I prune it? Tell me in detail how to do it.

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ecrane3 Dublin, CA(Zone 9a) Feb 10, 2010

I would only prune it if it needs it--if there are branches that are crossing and rubbing for example. Otherwise I'd let it grow.

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peony01 Prattville, AL(Zone 8a) Feb 10, 2010

Here's a little ditty to remember about pruning crape myrtle: Prune UP, not Down. Prune to see through, not over. I agree with ecrane - minimize pruning. I wish you well.

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Jim41 Delhi, LA Feb 10, 2010

These guys are giving you good info. The quickest way of destroying the beauty of a crepe is to cut it back.

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Sallysblooms South, TX Feb 16, 2010

Yes, prune lightly. I prune mine when they are older, trim really. You see people cut them to the same place every year. It is awful. Little fists or knots.

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