Pruning Guides

Pruning is the act of selectively cutting down the stems of a rose during the winter months when the rose is dormant to manage the plant. It is arguably one of the most important elements of rose maintenance as it keeps the plant as healthy as possible and encourages new growth.   Even if you are currently trying to grow your rose to a much larger size, it is still vital to give the plant a light prune each winter. Below, our Rosarians explain why. CONTROL SHAPE AND SIZE The most common... Read More

Bare root roses aren’t as intimidating as they sound;  they are simply the root system of the rose without any soil or compost around it. December is the perfect time to plant a bare-root rose. Below, our Rosarians explain why. Planting In December Gives The Roots Time To Establish December is one of the best months of the year to plant your bare root rose because the ground is cold, which means the rose will stay dormant for a couple of months after it has been planted. This allows the... Read More