Crepe Myrtle Problems

Crepe Myrtle Problems

From Ask Grumpy by Southern Living

March 25, 2026 · 14 min

About this episode

Grumpy addresses common gardening questions, focusing on clover selection and crepe myrtle issues while featuring the 'Diamond Spire' Gardenia.

Grumpy tackles readers’ questions about choosing the best clover for your lawn, troubleshoots common crepe myrtle problems, and spotlights the Plant of the Week: the 'Diamond Spire' Gardenia. You can find us online at southernliving.com/askgrumpy Ask Grumpy Credits: Steve Bender aka The Grumpy Gardener - Host Nellah McGough - Co-Host Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer/Producer Peyton Beckwith - Recording Producer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Steve Bender

Topics covered

  • gardening
  • plant care
  • lawn care
  • crepe myrtle
  • gardenia
  • reader questions

Keywords

  • crepe myrtle problems
  • clover for lawn
  • Diamond Spire Gardenia
  • gardening tips
  • plant care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Southern Living

Products: Diamond Spire Gardenia, clover, crepe myrtle

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