*** Quoting Fred Mason from a message to Carol Shenkenberger ***
FM> I gave up on roses, although we have a field rose which we neglect and
FM> it thrives.  The others which I try to maintain are always having bout
FM> of black spot.  I got tired of fighting.  I may try minitures again,
True, but I tend to just plant'em and leave'em alone.  Works well for me.  
Have an unkillable climbing rose along my back fence.
FM> Did you happen to go o the garden show two weekends ago?
Nope.  Was out at sea.  I plan to go to HQ in about a month and get some 
stuff for the yard.
                                       xxcarol
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