Crape Myrtle Leaf Scorch in Extreme Drought: Deep Watering Is Critical

Brown leaf edges with green centers on young crape myrtles in Dallas during 100°F+ drought is heat/water stress, not disease. Sprinkler 5 min daily is insufficient.

Correct Watering

• Increase sprinkler to 15 min every 2 days or 20 min every 3 days.
• Add a deep soak: 30 min at half hose pressure weekly.

Outlook

Leaves may drop early, but trees should recover next spring. Fall is near—maintain deep watering until rains return.