Although roses sometimes don’t go completely dormant, they experience a period of slow growth and partial dormancy in the ...

Prune rose of Sharon in late winter or early spring—this avoids disease and protects summer blooms. Pruning shapes the plant, improves airflow, and can rejuvenate older bushes if cut back heavily.

A reader from Blacksburg, Brigitte Flowers, asked me for more information on what plants should be pruned this time of year. She has frequently read "spring or fall" as advice for the best time to ...

Pruning certain plants when dormant during the colder months can help reduce stress and create "vigorous and healthy growth" in spring ...

Pruning is an essential part of gardening. Not only does this practice help improve the overall look of your yard, but it can also promote healthier growth. Knowing how to prune is one thing—different ...

Heavier pruning of roses is usually done in late winter or early spring, when the plant is dormant. However, lightly pruning roses in summer is also beneficial to help manage disease, encourage more ...

Q: When should I prune my roses? They never go completely dormant in the winter. In Southern California, we don’t experience winter like the rest of the country. Most gardening guides will tell you to ...

If you have beautiful roses in your backyard or porch, you’ll need to know how to care for roses in fall and winter to maintain beautiful blooms all year round. Pruning is an essential garden task if ...