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If you have climbing roses, or you are thinking of adding a one to your garden, then you will know that you need to adopt a slightly different pruning technique to your roses than would be used with other types.
These roses make an ideal rose for beginner or amateur gardeners, and there is a wide variety to choose from.
Pruning these is easier than with other rose bushes; so, let s get started!
Pruning Schedule
Year 1 Do not prune. Thread through framework, and cover during winter.
Year 2 Same as Year 1.
Year 3 If your plant has sustained enough growth throughout your framework, then prune. If not, leave for one more year.
It is important to thread the stems of your plant throughout the framework. This type naturally want to grow upwards; however, you need to thread some stems to lie horizontally. Horizontal stems will bloom more flowers than vertical ones. It is the horizontal ones you will need to trim.
When to Start Pruning
The best blooms on these usually come from stems that were pruned in the previous summer.
You will need to begin pruning shortly after they have finished flowering, in the late summer, or fall.
You should start at least 3 or more years after planting. Once you start, you will need to repeat the process every summer.
You should only prune those that flowered. If a stem did not flower, thread it into the framework.
Prune any branches that look weak, or diseased. You should also remove any branches that look like they could rub against other stems.
Prune the them back to a length of 4-6 inches from the main stem.
When you have finished, you should ensure that you remove all cuttings from the ground. This will help prevent the risk of disease.
You should also treat your rose to a feed, to help it recover from the changes you have made.
It is important that you continuously thread new stems through the framework, ready to replace stems as they die off.
There are an amazing range of these roses available, and shopping online for both your plants and information on plant care can help you keep your garden looking it s best for longer.
Beginner Climbers
Climbing Blue Moon Lavender or blue blooms, very fragrant.
Compassion Pretty and in pink and perfect for cuttings.
New Dawn Ideal for beginners, great growth and large cluster blooms.
Nightlight A great grower that repeatedly blooms. Many beginners dislike this particular climber as it is extremely thorny.
Penny Lane This is a perfect plant for beginners, and has won the Rose of the Year award on several occasions.
Roses come in a variety of types, and can be used in a number of different ways. From shrubs to rambling, there ll be one out there that s right for you. You may be thinking I heard they are difficult to keep , and with older varieties, I d be saying that s true. However, hybrid roses, developed in a number of different varieties, give us green hearted, if not green fingered types the ability to have them in our gardens. Hybrids are developed to provide greater resilience to disease than older varieties.
About the Author: Pat Sheriden is a Rose Gardening enthusiast, and has been for a long time. For more great information on
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