Shape the plant by cutting back any rangy stems at a 45-degree angle facing away from the bud. Prune it back enough to account for new growth that will likely add height and width in the upcoming ...

Roses can be pruned in fall or spring—fall helps with shaping, while spring pruning supports fresh growth. In cold zones, stick to light fall pruning to avoid frost damage; in mild zones, heavier cuts ...

Rose care in the spring will vary somewhat depending on your region and the type of roses you own. From careful pruning to fertilizing and from treating for pests to removing debris and mulch around ...

In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about cutting back ornamental grasses and if it's too early to rake lawns.

Gardeners across the state are ready to get outside and garden, and late February is an ideal time to do that. From pruning ...

I’ve seen advice that now is the time to prune everblooming roses, and I have a question. I am a novice when it comes to roses, and I’m not sure what kind I have. So, I’m not sure which can be pruned ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Mastering the art of pruning your rose bushes doesn't have to be an intimidating task. With the right ...

Gardeners with roses in their gardens have been urged to carry out some key tasks on the plants in early March before spring ...

Next spring I will be joining a rose tour in France, so I need to brush up on my French. I gathered up my French books and started by reviewing the chapter on how to ask questions, because if you want ...

February into early March is prime pruning season for roses — and getting it right makes all the difference come summer.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pruning serves a greater purpose than just shaping or tidying up your rose bush. It is important for ...