Is crape myrtle sapling pruned in spring?

First, it needs pruning. Lagerstroemia indica seedlings need pruning in spring. There are two main pruning methods. The first one was completed before its leaf bud was born, so it is also called pre-bud pruning. The second is after the bud is born, so it is also called post-bud pruning.

Second, the pruning method 1, pre-bud pruning: the purpose of pruning at this time is mainly plastic surgery. Select healthy and well-growing branches to keep, and cut off branches with poor growth and affecting plant type. In this way, the plant can grow into the desired plant type. In addition, for some well-grown cuttings, new plants can be cultivated by cutting.

2. Pruning after germination: The main purpose of pruning at this time is to help the plant grow more branches to ensure that it can grow thick enough and bloom enough flowers. The specific method is to find the leaf bud from the top of its flower branch and cut it off. This pruning method should be carried out at least three times with an interval of 7- 10 days.