"Sacha" wrote in message
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On 2/6/04 11:53, in article , "Glen
Able" wrote:


"Sacha" wrote in message
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On 2/6/04 9:58, in article , "Glen
Able" wrote:

I planted out a small Cotoneaster lacteus recently. Now allow to me
to
expose my ignorance...
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Does it need the stake at all and, if so, do I need to replace it with
a
bigger one?

It's a Cotoneaster used a lot for hedging so good choice! Do you think it

The nice RHS website gave me lots of useful suggestions when I was
choosing appropriate plants for hedging/wildlife.

needs a stake to prevent it being blown over by the wind while the hedge
is
growing? Only you know the situation it's going to be in.
I doubt it needs one if it's just the bamboo cane it's been tied to before
being sold. And yes, just untie the stems and let them do their own
thing.
It sounds as if what you're describing is what the nursery or gc has done
to
keep it from getting knocked over while standing in rows or to make it
easier to transport, perhaps.
--
Sacha

Yes, that makes sense. It's in a well sheltered spot, so I'll ditch the
stake.
Thanks for your help.