What Is a Hernia? If you noticed a sudden pain in the groin or a sensation as if something had torn, you may be right. A hernia is a weakness or tear in the abdominal muscle wall, which normally holds the inner lining of the abdomen and internal organs in place (i.e. inside, where they belong).
When to Prune Crape Myrtles. The best time to prune crape myrtles is in late winter, before they start growing. Avoid pruning in the fall, since pruning can stimulate the growth of sprouts that may be killed by the coming cold weather.
Pruning Crape Myrtle Trees while dormant will not interfere with blooming, since buds form from new growth. Prune off any branches that are dead and old seed pods left from last summer. DO Not cut back all branches to the same height by rounding it off. This will ruin the natural form of a Crape Myrtle tree.