Can roses be pruned? When is the best time to prune them?

Rose pruning

Roses can be pruned. In spring, you can pinch the top of the roses. Pruning them when their main branches have just sprouted new buds will allow them to grow more side branches and become more lush.

In late summer and early autumn, roses also need to be pruned when the flowers fade. All dead branches and remaining flowers should be cut off to save nutrients and promote faster recovery of growth.

How to prune roses

1. Pruning during the growing season

Pruning roses during their growth period can ensure that the roses grow more vigorously. When they are just sprouting in early spring, only 4 to 5 branches are left on each rose plant, and they are cut short at about 40 cm. This can better control the growth height of the roses, weaken the growth at the top, help the plants better absorb nutrients, and promote healthy growth of the plants.

2. Prune after the flowers bloom

After the roses fade, you should promptly cut off the dead and withered flowers to avoid useless flowers consuming nutrients. Cutting off diseased and weak branches in time can promote the growth of new branches faster.

Precautions for pruning roses

When pruning roses, pay attention to the choice of pruning tools. Try to choose scissors with sharp blades. Disinfect and sterilize them before pruning to prevent wound infection. Be sure to provide a good growth environment for the roses, control the frequency of watering, and apply a small amount of fertilizer appropriately.