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Noun
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To deadhead, cut back individual spent blooms to the first five-leaflet leaf to encourage more buds to form.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026 -
Cut remaining stems back to about 6 to 12 inches from the ground, making cuts right above healthy buds or emerging shoots.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Noun
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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.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
18 June 2026
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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.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
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“Flowerets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flowerets. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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