I've just experienced a similar problem and wasn't sure if I should just ask about it on this thread or start a new one? Not sure what the proper etiquette is on this forum. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I live in Deep South Texas and have just started a rose garden. I bought 3 rose bushes at Sam's Club and just planted them in the ground Sunday. Prior to planting them I noticed that what I assume to be new stems or canes (not sure if theirs a difference) are bright green and soft to the touch. The ends have buds but are severely wilted. When I removed the bush from it's container I noticed that the roots were white but very thin almost like string and very saturated. I planted them with a compost/manure mixture and watered. Should I cut back these bright green stems/canes or leave them be?

hi ladyjane When my first arrived he perched and drank for a full minute I would say, seemed to be well schooled on feeders. But I have not had a visitor in at least the last 24hrs when I have watched. As you say let the fun begin.

Congratulations on your first hummer of the year! My first was a male, too. It practically followed me around (I was wearing a bright red windbreaker). Congrats on your honeysuckle, too, BTW. I have 3 cultivated ones that I planted 3 years ago and they just won't grow! They look more vigorous this year however, so maybe they will finally turn into something useful.

Congrats on your new garden and your Hummie viewing! Sounds like what you saw was a Broadtail. Hope you get many more visitors!