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December 26, 2024 8 mins

In this episode of the Garden Question podcast, the host, Craig McManus, explores the practice of 'crape murder'.

He emphasizes the damage improper pruning can cause to crape myrtle trees, attaching their natural beauty and weakening their growth potential. McManus suggests proper pruning techniques to maintain the tree's health and longevity, and urges listeners to educate themselves about the tree's natural growth habits.

He wishes you blessing of joy, hope, peace, love, and Happy Crape Myrtle for 2025.

Chapter Time Line

00:00 Welcome to The Garden Question Podcast

00:41 Introduction to Crape Murder

01:00 Understanding Crape Myrtle Trees

02:12 The Consequences of Crape Murder

03:36 Proper Pruning Techniques

05:01 Preventing Crape Murder

06:18 Final Thoughts and Best Practices

07:34 Conclusion and Farewell

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