To keep your roses flourishing and full of fragrant blooms, proper pruning is essential. Here’s a simple guide to help you trim your Knockout Roses effectively.
1️⃣. Gather Sharp Pruners: Use very sharp pruners to make clean, straight cuts, promoting healthy growth and preventing stem damage.
2️⃣. Angle Your Cuts: Cut at a 45-degree angle about 1/4 inch above an outward-facing bud to avoid harming other parts of the plant.
3️⃣. Remove Dead Canes: Completely remove all dead or dying canes (brown stems) to prevent the spread of disease, which can kill the entire bush.
4️⃣. Seal Cut Areas: Protect your roses by sealing the ends of the cuts with white glue to prevent cane borers from entering.
5️⃣. Eliminate Weak Canes: Remove thin, weak canes smaller than a pencil in diameter. If grafted, dig down to the root and tear off any sucker growth to discourage regrowth.
With these steps, your roses will stay healthy and beautiful, adding charm to your garden! Happy gardening!
