Can a crepe myrtle bush be trimmed?

Yes, crepe myrtle bushes can be trimmed. In fact, pruning is essential for maintaining the health and beauty of these shrubs. Crepe myrtles should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning can help to control the size and shape of the shrub, encourage new growth, and remove any dead or diseased branches. When pruning crepe myrtles, it is important to use sharp, clean shears and to make cuts just above a node (where a new branch or leaf will emerge).