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Originally Posted by Fido
I have one young rose bush (of many) that is perfectly healthy (no weevil
holes in buds, leaves dark green and healthy). However, the big fat buds are
not opening -- gorgeous blooms last year! I have picked one and carefully
opened the petals, all healthy. I have picked one and placed it in water,
and still it does not open. What could be causing this?
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Very possibly the recent heavy rains and cold weather. Try gently breaking the seal on the outer petals, which can prevent the flower expanding.