Starting a Crape Myrtle from a Cutting

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http://www.growingthehomegarden.com ... myrtle-propagation-step-by-step.html
http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/tre ... -to-propagate-crepe-myrtle-trees.htm
http://www.growingthehomegarden.com ... -myrtle-propagation-by-cuttings.html

I have a crepe myrtle. I am moving and wanted to get a start of the tree. I am wondering when is a good time to take a cutting?

I just returned from Tennessee and discovered Crape Myrtles for the first time. They were in full bloom and are just beautiful. I would love to plant one in Richmond, IN. I think the hardiness zone is 6, but I'm not sure. I will be back through TN in September and am wondering if it would be possible to get a start from one of the trees there.

If so, how do I get a start? What are the next steps to get it planted in Indiana? I am by no means a gardener so any and all information that would be helpful would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

By dherron from Richmond, IN

I have several crape myrtle cuttings that are doing great, but they look like cuttings. Will they eventually form trunks on their own or is there something I need to do to make that happen?