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ROSES 



but to avoid waiting until the sap is running 

 freely. A revision of the pruning will have 

 to take place by May 1st anyhow, but it 

 should be limited to what is indispensable. 



A Crimson Rambler Rose is best pruned by removing the old canes 

 entirely and shortening others if necessary. 



Prune back recently planted roses rather 

 vigorously. Protect all severe cuts with tree 

 wax. 



The degree of pruning each grower must 

 decide for himself. If the largest individual 



