3 Bugs That Love Crepe Myrtles—And How To Stop Them

3 Bugs That Love Crepe Myrtles—And How To Stop Them

Here’s what to do if you see pests on your crepe myrtle tree.Getty ImagesCrepe myrtles are iconic Southern trees. These gorgeous plants don’t mind the heat and humidity, and their lovely, papery blooms last for weeks and weeks throughout the summer. “People love crepe myrtles because they’re fast growers, and they come in all colors and sizes from a few feet to 30 feet tall,” says Jenny Simpson, co-owner of Creekside Nursery in Dallas, North Car…