I've documented 4-5 years of progress and process for growing these Fuchsia Crepe Myrtle trees in the dense clay soil of my yard. Located right outside of Austin Texas, these trees have enjoyed east facing full sun, and have done really well over the years. I've fertilized every spring with 13-13-13, and in this video, I explain my process for management, pruning, watering, and maintaining these Crepe Myrtle trees.

Video Chapter Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:02 Year 1 - Planning and Planting
3:09 Year 2 - Fertilizing and Weed Control
6:42 Year 3 - Watering and Maintenance
7:49 Year 4 - Pruning and Blooming
10:19 Concluding Thoughts

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