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Mon, Jun 16, 08 at 12:31
| When two shoots come from one tuber should I let both of them grow or pinch one off? |
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- Posted by sturgeonguy 5a Ont Canada (My Page) on Mon, Jun 16, 08 at 13:17
| I would argue it depends on the variety. For example, if I had a small low growing variety like China Doll (18" tall, 4" diameter flowers) I think it would be fine to have multiple main stems. On the other hand, if its a 4+ foot variety or one with large flowers, I wouldn't want two that close together as they'd be competing for the light/water and lots of flowers would end up being mushed between them. Of course your blooms may be a bit smaller because of the competition, but it won't really matter unless you're showing. Cheers, |
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