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Lush, beautiful roses are a gardener's dream. How does one prune roses properly? In fact, trimming roses is not difficult and when done regularly will create a healthy, abundant flowering plant. If you make a few mistakes when you are learning how to trim roses, that's ok. It is (in fact) very difficult to kill a rose bush. They will almost always grow back and bloom again. Even though there are many different species of roses, with a pair of good pruning shears and a few basic techniques everyone can have success in their own rose garden.
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Introduction
Pruning not only helps your roses bloom more abundantly, it creates a healthier plant by getting rid of old dead wood, and by 'opening up' the rose bush which helps air circulate around and into the branches. When you prune you also shape the plant to improve its balance and form. -
Tools Needed
- One Pair Heavy Duty Long Gardening Gloves (must have for protection)
- One Pair (By-pass) Pruning Shearshttp://www.finegardening.com/CMS/uploadedimages/Images/Gardening/Issues_111-120/041102060_bypass_pruners_med.jpg
- Long Handle Clippers (depending on the size/height of your plants)http://www.greenfingers.com/images/superstore/extraProductImages/LS2632D/10_WILKINSON_SWORD_LOPPERS.jpg
Tips
- Remember that clean tools help to keep your plant free of contaminants. Wash then store your garden tools in a clean dry place in between uses.
- Ragged cuts can be a problem as they leave your plant vulnerable to pests, so try to make very smooth cuts at 45% angles.http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.gardengirlgab.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/03/rose_bush1.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.gardengirlgab.com/garden-articles/%25E2%2580%25A2-rose-pruning/&usg=__yP_1-WBVZqd4PoGpd512pbocsVQ=&h=453&w=274&sz=131&hl=en&start=25&um=1&tbnid=MXvQa64tvE_ycM:&tbnh=127&tbnw=77&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dbypass%2Bpruning%2Bshears%2Broses%26nds
- If you wish to seal a particular trouble spot - use white glue (like 'Elmers') on the cut.
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How to Prune Roses - Some Simple Rules
hillo added a comment August 14, 2009 06:25 PM| ReportWow, pruning is easier than I thought! My plants will be so much happier now.
robbrown added a comment September 02, 2009 07:59 PM| ReportI just used this guide to trim my roses. I had no idea how easy this was! -
Introduction
Pruning not only helps your roses bloom more abundantly, it creates a healthier plant by getting rid of old dead wood, and by 'opening up' the rose bush which helps air circulate around and into the branches. When you prune you also shape the plant to improve its balance and form. -
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Step 1: Know When to Prune
- As a general rule for roses that bloom once a year from old growth, prune or trim your plant once a year, right after they bloom.
- For modern rose varieties that bloom from new growth, you will have greater success if you prune in the spring before they bloom.
- Some gardeners also inspect and clean up their plants in the winter or dormant months - to remove dead wood.
Step 2: Check Your Plant
Begin your pruning by looking over and inspecting the plant completely.- Put your gardening gloves on and wear long sleeves for protection.
- Remove any remaining old flowers and dead or damaged branches. Use your pruning shears to make cuts at 45% angles.
Step 3: Perform the Main Pruning
- With your protective gloves on and with your by-pass pruning shears make 45% angle, clean cuts at about 1/3 to 1/2 of the way down each branch.
- Make your cuts just above where two leaves meet the branch or just above a bud - this will encourage a flower to bloom at the next growing cycle.
- Try not to make your cuts too close to the bottom of the branch - however, as mentioned above, it is OK if you make a few mistakes. Roses are hardy plants.
Step 4: Repeat Pruning Process as Needed
Repeat Step 3 for most of the branches of the plant. Some gardeners use a rule of pruning two of every three branches, until the entire plant has been trimmed. Keep in mind the symmetry and balance of your rose bush as you make your cuts.Resources Powered by Google
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