Knowing when to prune roses is important. November is not a time to fully prune shrub roses, which should be done in late ...

"Roses are going dormant, so the fall season is the time for annual care for roses in the garden," writes columnist Tom ...

Roses are a staple in many gardens, but they need a little bit of care and attention in the autumn months to ensure they ...

If you want strong, healthy rose plants with big, beautiful blooms this spring, winter is the best time to prune them. Don Chapman, a member of the Marin Rose Society and UC Marin Master Gardeners, ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I’ve been seeing advice that now is the time to prune everblooming ...

Q: As you can see from [the] pictures, my roses are totally overgrown and desperately need pruning. I don't even know what kind of roses they are as we got them with the move to a new house. I know ...

1. When pruning, it is advisable to disinfect pruning shears when moving from one plant to the next so as to prevent the spread of pathogens – bacteria, fungi, and viruses – that cause disease. Common ...

Question: My roses have grown tall and lanky, plus they are not blooming very well. When is the spring pruning time and how much do I cut them back? Answer: You are just in time to perform a scheduled ...

Question: My roses have quit blooming. When and how should I prune them? Answer: You can prune roses during their dormant period, or as soon as the leaf buds start to emerge. In our hardiness zone 9 ...

Q: When should I prune my rose bushes? They still have leaves but are not flowering now. A: Right now is an excellent time to prune your roses. Most roses should be pruned before they come out of ...