On Sat, 4 Oct 2003 07:14:48 +0100, "Lyndon Thomas"
wrote:

Cut off the stem as well Dave

But leave a few of the thicker ones on - these provide excellent
habitats for overwintering insects, such as ladybirds etc.

Regards,



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