Re: "Glued cigars"
G'day troops! thanks for the input. During the last couple of weeks, I have been experimenting around with the stuck leaves, and have found, once again, another use for my 409 bottle. The leaves on the affected plants are getting to the 4 foot lenghth, and the "stuck" area is from 2 to 3 inches in length. I let the leaf grow out to about 2 and one half feet, and then spray the stuck area two or three times in a five minute period, letting it soak. I then spray on either side of the stuck area with a concentrated (gentle) stream working my way into the center of the stick, lifting it up along the leaf edge until it pops open. The "adhesive" seems to be somewhat water soluble and will loosen up, with no damage to the edge of the leaf. I guess when they are outside during the summer, the rain and wind takes care of this. Again, thanks for all of your input, and I am sorry, jfern, I cannot speak or read spanish.. yet, but thanks anyway! You all have a great Christmas!
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