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Old 20-09-2007, 08:39 PM
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my minature rose has started to produce faster growing shoots which have 7 leaves. should these shoots be cut off ? and if so how far back. Any suggestions.
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Old 20-09-2007, 09:44 PM
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I think 7 leaved are suckers - I would cut them off but I'm no expert
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Where are the shoots coming from? 7 leaves are usually considered wild rose (root stock) and will take over if left. If they are coming from around or below ground level cut or pull then off.
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Old 20-09-2007, 10:15 PM
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the rose is in a pot and the shoots are coming right through the plant.
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Old 22-09-2007, 12:46 AM
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thank you both for your postings
i have cut off the suckers, will let you now how i get on.
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