Monday, November 16, 2009

Winter pruning of floribunda roses in Bay Area?

I live in Bay Area in California. I wanted to find out when to do the winter pruning of roses. We have about 6 floribunda rose trees.

Winter pruning of floribunda roses in Bay Area?
Here is an article for you--*Rose Culture in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area


Guest Author: Nanette Londeree, ARS Consulting Rosarian


Growing Roses in Marin - Calendar of Rose CareJanuary:


Prune established roses, clean up all cuttings, leaf litter and remove from the garden. Also remove weeds. Plant new roses (bare root season), and water well. Keep new plants protected with mulch to prevent drying out. If desired, apply a dormant spray before new growth begins; include spraying soil around plants.
Reply:You can do the pruning anytime from now until February. First cut out any dead canes and then trim the entire bush down to about knee high.


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