Bonita Ash Size:24"/25 Gallon Watering Pink Crape Myrtle in

Watering Pink Crape Myrtle in Phoenix

Top dress with gravel — 1–2 inches of decorative gravel keeps the crown dry and complements the desert aesthetic

Warm soil and mild air give roots months to establish before winter

Avoid summer planting if possible — the combination of extreme heat and transplant shock can delay establishment

Backfill with native soil — mix in a small amount (20%) of coarse sand or pumice if your native soil is heavy clay

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