On the other hand, when temperatures reach the mid-90s or higher, the risk of pollen damage increases, leading plants to drop blossoms and fruit.
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SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
Deadheading will keep blossoms in full supply, while also promoting bushier growth, giving them a neat and tidy appearance, and prevents seed formation that leads to reseeding.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
June 14, 2026 – Reports begin to emerge that algae blooms have turned the water in the pool green again.
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Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
Beyond the fruit, the dwarf golden spice pear features clusters of white spring blooms and glossy leaves that turn a striking burgundy or bronze color in the fall.
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