PRUNING YOUR OKLAHOMA CRAPEMYRTLE:
It is a very common misconception that pruning back Crapemyrtles in the winter increases the flower production the next year. This “hacking back” of the limbs actually creates less flower production because the plant tries to first make up the growth that has been cut away before setting new buds and flowers.
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PROBLEMS CAUSED BY STRESS:
Aphids and powdery mildew are the two most common problems we have in Oklahoma where Crapemyrtles are concerned. Though neither is too serious, both can cause your Crapemyrtle to have an unsightly appearance. If you go a bit south to Texas, you will also find that scale can be an issue. I [...]

Crapemyrtle is a beautiful ornamental tree which is almost perfectly engineered for Oklahoma lawns and gardens. Available in many different colors, heights and growth structures, Crapemyrtles in their truest form are a shrub.

Many varieties are available ranging in heights of 3 to 11 feet for the ornamental trees and 15 to 20 feet for other [...]

As the soil prepares to warm and Oklahoma gardeners begin planting their tomatoes, we all hope for the same out come. A home grown tomato with that wonderful taste which we  remember from our childhood.  The tomatoes, you stood over the sink eating with the salt & pepper shaker close at hand. Remember those?  You [...]

When to Apply Fertilizer
Based upon the type of turf you are using for your Oklahoma lawn you will find your annual fertilization schedule.  Prior to fertilizing, I encourage you to have a soil test done every 2 to 3 years.  This way you will know the right fertilizer bag to buy based upon the [...]

Plant
Color for fall such as asters, cosmos, marigolds, morning glory, ornamental grasses, zinnias.
Establishment of warm season lawns should be completed by the end of this month to ensure the least amount of plant damage caused by winter kill.
Fertilize
Roses to encourage fall blooms.
Planting beds that were not fertilized in June.
Bermuda lawns for the 4th out of [...]