Central Florida (Zone 9a) I recycle, reuse, repurpose!
I've done the propagation before and Crepe Myrtle is so easy if you do this in the spring. When the buds start to form on the CM tree go ahead and take some cuttings. There are usually all kinds of offshoots. Strip off any leaves at the bottom if there are any. Stick them in the ground and water. They will grow.
I've done the suckers also. They should bloom the first year.
I've seen Crepe Myrtle Trees as high as the 3rd floor plus some of a hospital where I used to work. They offered shade to the cafeteria and a home for birds, plus they are just beautiful.
My pet peeve is when people perform "Crepe Murder" in the spring.
