Friday, 3 April 2026

Pests and Diseases Threaten Crapemyrtle in U.S. Landscapes and Nurseries

A grid of sixteen images displays clusters of blooming crapemyrtle flowers in varying colors—white, pink, red, and purple—each surrounded by green leaves and outdoor backgrounds.

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Crapemyrtle's reputation as a low‑maintenance tree is fading, as invasive insects and fungal diseases increasingly damage them. A new guide in the Journal of Integrated Pest Management details various arthropod pests and diseases affecting crapemyrtle and outlines integrated management strategies for preserving this popular ornamental. [Read more]

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