When Should Crepe Myrtle Start Showing Leaves

Question From: Sellersburg, Indiana, United States
Q: Nancy, I have Crape Myrtle "Tuscarora" and Crape Myrtle "Muskogee" I live in Indian zip code 47172 growing zone 6b. My question is, when should the trees start showing leaves?

A: There is no "date" on the calendar. It all depends on the weather. Here is Michigan we are about 2 weeks behind the normal or average spring. So be patient. It will happen. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy