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Restoration Pruning

May 2024 storm was unprecedented for many reasons; the amount of damage trees sustained, and the huge swath of our community that was affected. While a small number of property owners had trees fail during…

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Why is Topping Crape Myrtles (and Other Trees) Bad?

In late winter and early spring, it is common to see crape myrtles in North Texas with all of their canopies and upper branches removed, leaving only standing trunks. Understandably called “topping,” as the top…

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My Crape Myrtles Aren’t Blooming! Are They Dead?

Like other trees and shrubs, crape myrtles in North Texas are not adapted to hard freezes like we had in February 2021. However, crape myrtles are hardier than many other area plants, and should recover…

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Best Way to Top a Crape Myrtle? Don’t.

The most common mistake made in caring for crape myrtles is the practice of “topping.” Topping involves removing branches and trunks from the top down, trimming all material above a certain height. Usually, all leaves,…

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When is the Best Time to Trim Trees?

Tree trimming or tree pruning in Texas is generally best when done after temperatures cool off in the fall and before buds begin to grow in the spring. Removal of dead, broken, or damaged limbs…

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Crape Myrtles: Facts and Guides

Crape myrtles (also crepe myrtles), seen by many as something between a bush and a tree, are often misunderstood and, as a result, not well cared for. Properly maintained, however, the crape myrtle, a beautiful…

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