Subj : Crepe Myrtles
To   : BARRY MARTIN
From : Mike Powell
Date : Fri Aug 04 2023 07:56:00

>  MP> Do crepe myrtles put off "sucklings," i.e. plants that grow from
>  MP> the same root system as the parent (like locusts do), or is it
>  MP> safe to assume that this one is growing from a seed dropped by
>  MP> the parent?

> That particular one may be an extension but IIRC the crepe myrtle is a
> tree and so originated from a seed.

Locusts are also trees but they propagate both ways.

>  MP> I would like to dig it up during the proper transplant season, so
>  MP> long as it has its own root system, and move it to another part
>  MP> of the yard.

> Transplant when dormant for less shock, being sure to dig a sufficient
> large root ball to disturb the roots less.  (Aren't you glad you're
> trasnplanting a baby tree?!)  Loosely pack the soil around the root ball
> ==> make it easy for the roots to expand into their new home.

Yes, I am glad.  It is of managable size.  I have had some "babies" that grew
a *lot* before transplant time rolled around.

> And probably the best tip: make sure the positioning of the tree is far
> enough away from everything: the house, other trees, sidewalks, etc.
> Also look up: don't plant under power lines!!

Thanks for those tips.  Unfortunately, the previous owners were not so
careful when it came to planting under the power lines, so I am familiar
with that headache.  :)

Mike

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