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Why have my rose petals split into three

72692c

By 72692c

United Kingdom Gb

I have two climbing roses in the same border and when the flowers have opened all the petals are split into three. The unopened buds seem normal.




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An insect or aphid may be feeding on the flower buds which can affect the way the bud opens. Or could just be a genetic disorder the plant has naturally got and no worry.

16 Jun, 2009

 

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16 Jun, 2009

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