February is traditionally a key month for pruning in the garden. George Washington's Birthday observed (Monday) has long been touted as the day to prune roses, but any time late February through ...

Miniature roses are compact rose plants bred to stay small while still producing true rose flowers. They bloom in a wide range of types and colors, just like full-size rose bushes, and include ...

Roses are among the most popular summer-flowering shrubs, and pruning is an important part of their proper care. View full sizeUse sharp bypass hand pruners when pruning roses. Unfortunately, this job ...

As September rolls in, it is time to focus on giving your roses a little TLC for a stunning fall bloom. Just as you mark your calendar for spring pruning on Valentine’s Day, Labor Day is the time to ...

I can think of no other shrub that blooms over such a long season or comes in as many colors as roses. When you factor in their wonderful fragrance, it's not surprising that roses are among the most ...

Q: When and how should I prune my rosebushes? And then should I fertilize them right away? A: Most roses may be pruned to promote new growth in late winter when the plants are dormant, or when buds ...

Pruning is important for plants as it allows space for new growth while also removing dead, diseased and dying stems and branches. Pruning plants also deters pests and diseases from spreading or ...

The basics of rose pruning are science based. Once learned, these basics require a fair amount of time and labor. Additionally, a certain degree of artistry is required. The resulting beautiful ...

In late Oct., do very light pruning if needed. Around Nov. 1, hill up around the rose crowns as deep as one foot. Apply pine needle mulch to soil mounds for added protection. Water roses well. Steve ...

In late summer it’s time to think about pruning our roses. Roses respond best when they receive two major prunings each year. We prune our repeat-flowering roses, also called everblooming roses or ...