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Venicecalifornia

I am unsure if I should remove leaves that have been damaged, say by the wind or maybe my big foot nosin around. What do you think, is the plant stressing to keep these damaged leaves alive or would it be more stress to cut it. I have a few leaves that have been torn and some with yellowing...Do I leave or off them.
thanks for you opinions.
Vonnie

7/26/2000 7:17:20 PM

santa barbara, Ca.

Vonnie,
I cut my leaves off when I get powdery mildew showing up. I also see improved growth on the other vines, under the leaves that I clip. This is only my opinion, you get to make the executive decision on when and which leaves to remove. If they are diseased I would remove them for sure. Good luck to you!

7/26/2000 11:25:01 PM

Buffalo, Minnesota

Vonnie, i have exactly the same problem as you, i think im gonna cut them off because i think it will promote a more healthy plant, and then prabably cover uo the leaf nod where you cut it? not really shure?

7/27/2000 12:42:10 AM