How to prune roses

Pruning steps/methods

Pruning after first flowering

The pruning time is mid-to-late May. The remaining flowers should be cut off in time to prevent fruiting, which is conducive to ensuring sufficient nutrients for the sprouting of new branches.

In order to make the secondary flowering beautiful and large, the stronger branches can be lightly pruned to leave 4-5 buds;

For branches with medium development, do a mid-pruning, leaving 2-3 buds, and cut off the top;

Strong pruning should be done on weaker branches, leaving 1-2 buds to promote the sprouting of strong branches.

Prune branches at different stages of development according to their conditions to help the plants develop in a balanced manner and prevent the branches from growing too long and becoming uneven.

In addition, it is important to note that the cut should be about 0.5 cm above the bud when pruning. If it is too high, it will affect the appearance and the normal germination of the branches.

Second post-flowering pruning

The pruning time is from late June to early July. In the midsummer, the growth of the plants is weak, so light pruning should be adopted.

Just cut the second leaf below the dead flower. If you cut too many branches and leaves, the area for photosynthesis will be reduced, but the dead flowers and long branches should be dealt with in a timely manner.

Third post-flowering pruning

The pruning time is after August, using the middle pruning method, leaving 2-3 buds on each branch. In order to keep the plant developing in a balanced manner, you can choose to prune the branches that have bloomed in the previous batch.

It is also necessary to cut off branches that are too dense and overlap and cross each other to promote ventilation and light transmission inside the plant.

Fourth pruning after flowering

The pruning time is late December. The rose will enter a dormant period around the winter solstice, and should be pruned again at this time.

On the thicker flower branches that grow in spring and summer, leave 2-3 buds from bottom to top and cut off the rest.

Weak branches and old branches should be pruned off as much as possible. Simply put, the principle of "strong pruning of weak branches and weak pruning of strong branches" should be followed. The purpose is to ensure that new branches sprout uniformly and neatly in spring.

After this pruning, the rose enters the wintering period. After successfully overwintering, be sure to peel off the secondary buds and internal buds in early spring to ensure the healthy development of the first buds.

When pruning, you need to consider whether the branches are arranged reasonably. This issue is inevitably related to whether the rose will grow vigorously in the future.

I believe that flower lovers who read this carefully will gradually become qualified nature’s hairdressers, using the sharp little scissors in their hands to cut out pieces of vibrant beauty!