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.
Plant or transplant the crape myrtle in fall or early winter by digging a hole equal to the size of the plantâs root ball, and breaking up the soil well to loosen it. Place the seedling or transplant container deep and fill the hole with a mix of equal parts compost and the existing soil. A pH of 5.0 to 6.5 is suitable.