Don’t mistake the true Myrtle (Myrtus) for its distant cousin, the Crepe Myrtle—this plant has its own unique story ...

Crape myrtle blooms on new growth, so the best time to cut back these trees is in late winter, before new growth has sprouted ...

Published in: Denver Post from April 6, 2008 to April 8, 2008 Honor with Flowers In memory of Myrtle Plant a Living Memorial In memory of Myrtle ...