I have three crepe myrtles that were planted last year. They are now about
4.5 feet tall and had developed their first blooms at the end of last
summer. However, it was so hot and dry here last year that the blooms
basically fried on the branches before they could fully open. Should I
prune these trees back to encourage blooming this year? If so, how far
down? Thanks for any info.

Rhonda
Richmond, VA
USDA Zone 7

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