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Why One of Four Transplanted Crape Myrtles Won't Leaf Out

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Four 6-ft crape myrtles transplanted last fall. Three leafed out 3 weeks ago. Fourth is alive (green cambium, flexible branches) but no leaves. Root stimulator didn't help.

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Lower spot collecting water? (Drowns roots.)
More exposed to winter winds? (Kills buds.)
Different soil or drainage?

Action

Fertilize to force bud break. Wait 2–3 more weeks. If no growth, it may be a total loss despite live wood.

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