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Remove thorns?
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charleney 8a PNW (
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Mon, Apr 16, 07 at 15:54
| Do I remove thorns from cuttings. I think I have the method for florist stems, but cannot remember whether I need to remove thorns under rooting medium. Thanks |
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RE: Remove thorns?
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| I don't think you need to remove them for success. I trim the sharp tip off wtih a scissors just to make it easier to handle. |
RE: Remove thorns?
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- Posted by hoovb z9 Southern CA (My Page) on
Tue, Apr 17, 07 at 18:18
| Better not--removal creates a wound that is another opportunity for rot. |
RE: Remove thorns?
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I remove the thorns as I feel that it gives another place to root
Dawn |
RE: Remove thorns?
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| Okay! So if I remove them...do I use rooting hormone on those spots too? |
RE: Remove thorns?
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You probably could put some hormone on them. But, I don't use rooting hormone.
Dawn |
RE: Remove thorns?
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| Generally you take off lower leaves and any blossoms; and leave thorns and a small group of leaves toward the top to aid in photosynthesis. |
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