Question
I tryrd to grow some crepe myrtles from a tree i had and started last fall I had about 6 plants but only one grew to be about 5 inches high and 6 inch around it doing great but now that it summer ide like to ask 2 things will this tiny tree bloom  or is it to small.and can I put it in the ground this fall or will it die in the winter I live in maryland I believe zone 7 i think.should i wrap it witha towel or something or keep it inside for another year,will go dormant inside or die inside .I wqorked so hard to grow this little guy and its come a long way.what do i do.thanks  linda

Answer
The seedling should be at least 2 foot high before transplanting. Although fall is the best time, you will need to store it indoors if it does not reach the required height and maturity before early September. You could then transplant it next spring or wait until fall 2011. The plant will go dormant over the winter indoors, but will recover nicely next spring.

Good luck.

Regards,

Mike