Re: ostespermum cuttings worth it?


"Janet Tweedy" wrote ...
> Is it worth taking cuttings from ostespermum to get through winter? I know
> I might be able to get the plants through but wondered if they would be
> better taking cuttings and getting them through with a little heat.
>
> Not sure about seed, so wondered about the cuttings. Plenty on plants at
> the moment!!
>

Being a Belt and Braces type of guy I would certainly take some cuttings,
don't let them stay wet, keep them on the dry side during the cold months.

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Regards
Bob
In Runnymede, 17 miles West of London


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