“Fragrance always stays in the hand that gives the rose.” – George William Curtis Roses have always been a symbol of love, beauty and warm summer days. You may ask me, why are you writing about roses ...

Roses are redolent of summer, but for them to perform their best at this time, knowing when to prune your roses is essential. But pruning is not without its perils, and the biggest mishap that will ...

Pink Supreme carpet rose is a relatively low-growing rose bush. Roses provide the yard with a beautiful pop of color in the summer, so it is important to give them all the winter protection they need ...

Heavier pruning of roses is usually done in late winter or early spring, when the plant is dormant. However, lightly pruning roses in summer is also beneficial to help manage disease, encourage more ...

There are no flowers and very few leaves on rose bushes now, and that’s all the more reason why winter is the best time to hard prune roses! The term ‘hard pruning’ encompasses a wide range of plant ...

"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 ...

One important factor in determining when to prune climbing and rambling roses is when the plant blooms. More and more climbing roses are available that bloom repeatedly throughout the summer, meaning ...

Q: Last week you helped us figure out which blooming shrub we have in the backyard and looking it up, we’re in complete agreement. Thank you! Now, I did mention that the winter jasmine, planted near ...

Winter pruning is a crucial gardening practice that helps maintain the health, shape, and productivity of trees and shrubs. While the cold months may seem like an unusual time to prune, winter is ...

Valentine’s Day brings roses to mind, and for gardeners, that’s a good thing. This holiday serves as a reminder that it’s time to prune many of the roses grown in Louisiana. Pruning between late ...