Dead blooms
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Douglas Hunt on Jun 05, 2014It really depends on the plant. Some can just be pinched back right under the flower, but for others it makes more sense to cut back to the first set of leaves. Here's a good article from Texas A&M that lays it all out: http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/galveston/weekly_q&a/f&b_21.htmHelpful Reply
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Cindy on Jun 05, 2014thanks so much Douglas. I just started growing roses about 3 years ago. I'm always second guessing myself. Need to get a book on roses and read it. They're are so many kinds. Thanks againHelpful Reply
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Cindy on Jun 05, 2014@ Douglas Thanks again Douglas, you have been a big help!! Have A Great DayHelpful Reply
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