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PEAK

I just trimmed the roses. They are at their peak. It is one of the most rewarding parts of what little gardening I do.

They will go dormant when the real heat hits and then recoup in the fall but then winter will slow them down before they get luscious again.

So we get two seasons. But this one is the best.

I have to watch the watering. The buds will droop if there is even a bit too little water. If there is too much I believe they do not do as well. Too much foliage.

My theory is that they will bloom if you keep them a little worried about survival. Too much water and they get all fat and happy.

Labels: garden, horticulture