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11 MAY 06 by
JC
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Is valid to use self-pollinated seedlings in a breeding program or the cross-pollination is the only way?
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JC Yes, it is common to use self-seedlings in a breeding program. Some breeders will make this kind of cross on purpose to see what characteristics will come forward to future generations. Here's an example http://www.helpmefind.com/rose/pl.php?n=46074 Smiles, Lyn, helpmefind.com |
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#3 of 4 posted
21 SEP 06 by
Lulu
Hi Lyn, I am trying my hand for the first time growing roses from seed and I am using hips produced spontaneously on the bushes. Would these all be self fertilized or do the bees cause some cross pollination. Also could you give me some advice on the care of the tiny rosebushes that are now only an inch or so high. Do I use liquid fish fertilizer on them etc. I am in Queensland, Australia so it is Spring and we will have a hot humid summer though we are in drought so it will not rain as much as it should and I am watering constantly. Thank you ,Lulu |
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Lulu.......... I had sent a copy of this post to a friend who is a rose hybridizer and who has far more experience than I when it comes to growing roses from seed. He suggested that you look on the Rose Hybridizer's Association's Forum for specific articles that may provide the information you are seeking. http://www.rosehybridizers.org/ Smiles, Lyn, helpmefind.com |
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#2 of 4 posted
14 MAY 06 by
JC
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Dear Lyn,
Thanks by the explanation, I will care better of my self-seedlings. Good luck with "Softee, Softee" (I'm curious to see its offsprings).
Thanks again
JC
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