Protected underneath that covering is an insect with what we call piercing/sucking mouthparts. As they live under the hard shell, they are free to feed upon your plant. A few of these insects is not a ...

Let's look at some of the latest news in gardening, including a study on how the sun might help kill weeds, effects on our ...

Is there an effective treatment for crape myrtle bark scale? It’s not as bad as it was a few years ago, but I’d like to ...

Dear Neil: Is there an effective treatment for crape myrtle bark scale? It’s not as bad as it was a few years ago, but I’d like to eliminate it. As insects in Texas go, this is a comparative ...

By Amy-Lynn Albertson N.C. Cooperative Extension Crape myrtles are cherished for their eye-catching blooms and elegant shapes ...

With many species available, crepe myrtles are a stunning addition to the landscape. But, you'll need to avoid the most ...

Dear Neil: We have moved our rural fencing and my wife now wants to take five crape myrtles out. Can trees this large be successfully moved? How would I find someone who would be able to use them?

Recently, 32 12-foot Natchez white crape myrtles — a Louisiana native species — were planted in the medians. The grant was made possible through funding from Louisiana and the Office of Lt.