When is the best time to prune my rose bushes
Related Discussions
GNATS - How to get rid of them?
Somehow my house and garden got tiny gnats that killed my fuchsia plant and fly everywhere. I have tried ALL the Web recommendations - soap and oil dishes, sand in th... See more
Marigolds growing! Should I pinch the buds?
My marigold plants are growing. I heard that pinching the buds until Autumn will allow them to grow without killing the plant. Is this true?
Growing garlic
Growing our first garlic, should we wait until the leaves are drying out before we pick it? Husband picked first one today along with our first potatoes.
How to keep mice out of your garden?
Hi everyone, I have mice in my garden destroying my vegetables and I have also noticed them in the barn and shed. Please can someone tell me how to prevent them from ... See more
What's the best flower/plant to grow in Texas?
I know that opinions vary, but what's your opinion?!I have great luck w Rosemary plants. Green all year long.
When is it safe to drastically prune back overgrown rose bushes?
Bought a new house and the roses in the front flower bed are very overgrown and strangling out the hydrangeas planted between them. Is mid May in Georgia a safe time ... See more
Can I prune my very top heavy climbing rose bush in July?
My red climbing rosebush is leaving very heavily forward. Can I prune it now (July)? Also how can I trellis it up so I can enjoy it - I am always worried about it a... See more
I’m doing my now. Here’s a link below to help guide you.
In general, you will be pruning just before the plant breaks dormancy after spring's final frost. This will be early in the year in warm climates, and anytime between January and April in cold climates.
http://www.bhg.com/gardening/flowers/roses/tips-for-pruning-roses/
Late winter or early spring while still dormant
I prune my rose bushes throughout the year removing the dead branches. However, to give it a good cutting I usually wait until fall so it will have all winter to rejuvenate. It can also be done in spring, but limit pruning so as not to damage the bushes.