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Crepe Murder refers to an improper pruning technique for a Crepe Myrtle's . It usually means cutting the main branches down to about 6–10 ft every year at a blunt, uniform height. But is “Crepe Murder” really that bad?
Pruning that heavily isn’t ideal for tree health because Crepe Myrtles store their growth buds in older branches. Removing them creates slow-healing wounds, unattractive knuckles or knots, and weak new branches.

At Arbor Source, we never support Crepe Murder. Crepe Myrtles can be left to grow naturally with very little intervention. Just keep an eye out for common issues like aphids and the sooty mold they leave behind.
However, intentional pruning on Crepe Myrtles may be exactly what you need depending on your goals.

Follow our page or call 832-671-0331 for Crepe Myrtle pruning consultations.

Give Arbor Source a call for tree care! 832-671-0331.