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CHES ‘HIGH BY MID-JULY. Some varieties are better if 
_ pinched or. cut back yet again after that, while some would 
: do better if let go earlier. These things one must discover 
working with the varieties. After the first topping three to 
five “breaks” or branches should appear. These in turn should 
es be topped after they have two or three leaves, by removing 
| _ the growing tip. Strong stocky plants will result, plants that 
will make a better show, and yield much better flowers if 
“you want> them for cutting. This stopping process DOES 
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: CUSHION MUMS. They are Ss self branching, and do not bee 
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% them. Heavy with rain and dew, a little wind will knock 
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: side of the row, crossing at each stake. If properly installed, 
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