I am also wondering if the fact that the cuttings where shipped from NY where we've had about 65-70 degree weather this week to IA where according to the web they've had 85-90 degree weather.

Opinions please, I don't want to be regarded as a bad trader and I'm not sure how to respond.

Thanks,
Millie

"I don't want to be regarded as a bad trader and I'm not sure how to respond"

I would choose to do the appropriate for this situation and send the receiver more cuttings. I personally choose to take all
of the cuttings early in the mooring then immediately plunge them into a bucket of water. Let the cuttings stay under water
for a few seconds then you can let the cuttings rise. Wrap the cut end with wet paper towel or newspaper and wrap again in
kitchen cling plastic wrap or a clear plastic bag. Making sure those wraps don't come loose and wrap the hole cutting with
newspaper. I also line the shipping box with newspaper as extra protection.

Often, depending on the jasmine varieties, J polyanthum and J officinale come to mind, will wilt a bit.

Also, adding a few extra cuttings as a show of sportsmanship on your part and keeping good communications open does go a
long way. I also would not hesitate to remind the receiver that you have done your best to ensure the best possibility of the
cuttings survival and that you have done your best in fulfilling your end of the bargain. Good Luck!

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