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Lancashire, United Kingdom

what 's the best time to prune roses,as some say autumn and some say spring,they are as high as our fence which is about 6 ft high,and they are rambling and climbing roses,thank you for any help.




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Its best to prune half back autumn to let the air circulate to prevent desease then prune further in spring thats what I do any way.

28 Sep, 2011

 

I agree with Sixpence. This one used to depend on where you lived in the UK. Autumn in the south and Spring in the north.

I reduce the height of my roses in the autumn to reduce winter damage then prune in the Spring to promote growth, shape, etc.

29 Sep, 2011

 

Depends on the rose - if its a rambler, they should be done now, in September. For climbers, take off any really long lengths if you must to prevent windrock, and prune properly end of February/beginning of March.

29 Sep, 2011

 

thank you all for your help,i am going to try what you all have said.thank you once again for your response.

4 Oct, 2011

 

Your welcome Dannybowman

4 Oct, 2011

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