7 Rules for Pruning Roses

[@KBorham]

A question/ comment about sealing freshly pruned canes: Cane borers have been a huge problem in my garden for years. I have been sealing the pruning cuts with woodworking glue and it doesn't work, they bore right through the glue. How can we prevent/ control cane borers in freshly spring- pruned canes?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good question, but it's more complicated that you might think. The specialist cane borers (like the Red Necked Cane Borer or the Raspberry Cane Borer) are the most destructive ones - the ones where the larvae burrow all the way down the crown and threaten the plants. Those borers are not flying around in February, nor do they lay their eggs in the cut ends of stems. If you see signs of insects burrowing into cut ends at this time of year, it's more likely to be a less damaging generalist or opportunist insects. The good news is that they rarely do serious damage to your plants, and may even be net beneficials. For this reason, I stand by my long-held opinion that sealing cane ends isn't worth it. It's extra work, and you won't prevent the most damaging cane borers that come around later in the season and simply lay their eggs through the skin of the uncut stems. For these borers, the best defense is close observation for early signs of cane wilt and tell-tale swelling to show you where their larvae are burrowing. Snip below to remove the larvae. Not ideal, but gives you a far better chance of heading off damage than the placebo of sealing canes.

[@KBorham]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm thank you for the reply. I agree with you, and it doesn’t work anyway

[@bellagioia1304]

Hi! Would you say that the pests are a symptom of a deeper problem? Would you cut it back all the way? I work with fruit trees as an orchards and pests are usually a symptom, not the overall problem, if that makes sense

[@carolpullen]

I’ve been using a product called COMPO Pruning sealant and LOVE it!! I was occasionally getting dieback in areas where I cut with ends trying out. The COMPO paste just rubs on and seals it and it’s been working fantastic! I cannot find any in the Netherlands but use it in Portugal.

[@KBorham]

@@carolpullen great to hear! This year I sealed pruning cuts with TIteBond III wood glue which is water proof and more heat resistant. Nary a borer....... I'm a woodworker and had it on hand, glad I did.

[@augustrob1]

A family member has roses that haven't been maintained at all in the last three years. After watching this, I feel much more confident about tackling the problem. Your instructions are clear and concise, which I appreciate. Thank you.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good luck Robert. I hope they come back nicely for you

[@luckwagon]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Do you have advice on reviving an old rose with spindly canes? I have a Graham Thomas from David Austin that has just never thrived. The blooms are spectacular, but the stems/canes are pretty spindly, to the point where the stems bend from the weight of the blooms. Should I dig up, hard prune and try to start over?

[@isaiah4478]

@@luckwagon hard prune and amend soil if not already done so.

[@factfix2091]

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[@elaineyakatan2310]

Hello. I just came across this video. Very good advice. I am in US so cannot buy from u otherwise I would be right over!👍🏻🐞

[@kathycandee3304]

I'm just beginning with roses, so thanks so much for the pruning instructions. You make it look easy.

[@shoosig]

I’m late to the party here- but have to say I’m happy to have found you. I inherited an entire yard of roses in Sweden and have been sooooo worried about how much to cut. Thank you for such clear and concise instructions.

[@verenamaharajah6082]

Very well explained. I live in England and I always prune my roses between the last week of February and the first week of March. I deadhead regularly and feed twice a year with a granular rose food. I’ve had my roses for many years and they are beautiful every year. Many people think roses are hard work but I always tell people that’s not true.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

You're so right - a little bit of routine maintenance and they're pretty easy.

[@justynakwietniewska978]

I got a little farm of roses. I have to say I love your common sense. Roses love to be treated with a clean tools as much they love to have clean area around them. 🦋🥇🌹

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Justyna!

[@delilahrainelle7158]

You have such a lovely place. The flowers make it look so cozy and inviting. I can just imagine the joy your roses bring. I came across your channel as I was looking to find someone who had the Pilgrim Climber. I have 2 that I will be planting very soon. Yours is gorgeous. I also love the color of your shutters. I have been wanting to paint my main entrance door with a similar color, but my son didn’t think it would look good on our home. After seeing your shutters, I am going to show him how pretty yours look. I grew up in the mountains of Virginia on our family farm. I have so many wonderful memories of those times of working alongside my family whether it be in the fields or our vegetable gardens, but my favorite memories are of the times spent with my mama and grandma and their roses. Many of the roses on our land had been planted by grandma as a young wife. She had planted rambling roses throughout the property. They grew wild and were huge and draped beautifully over the fencing in random areas. When the winters began to give way to spring, I always had a sense of overwhelming happiness. I knew the roses would follow and soon, masses of pink and white blooms just exploded everywhere. I remember lying in my bed and how strong and sweet their scent was and how that scent drifted through my open window. On days that there was no school, I would grab a book or my guitar and set out to one particular rose bush that grew alongside a back meadow and just beyond an old mulberry tree. It was the grandest rambler of them all. That was probably due to a spring that ran very nearby. The new grass was thick and green and grew like a carpet around the bush. That bush had so many roses that I could have picked for days and never even made a dent it it. The roses hung in clusters and the way they tumbled over the fence, created a tunnel that I would crawl into. There was plenty of space to lay down or sit up comfortably and the roses were so thick that anyone passing by would never know you were there. As a matter of fact, I did hide there many times from my brothers. I had 5 of them and although I was a bit of a tomboy, I really liked being alone and that rambler provided the perfect place for me to go read, day dream, and pray. I had a lot of talks with God beneath that rose bush. The ramblers, grandma let grow wild, but she and mama had rose bushes planted all around the house, pathways, and there was a long line of red ones that grew along both sides of our driveway. I never knew the official names of the roses, but we did give our roses names. For instance, Ms. Maddie, a friend of the family from Church gave us one of the prettiest shades of pink roses that I had ever seen. Most of our roses were white, red, or a darker pink, but the rose she gave us was rather dainty and shell pink. Anyway, we named that rose Ms. Maddie. Grandma and mama taught me how to care for the roses, but I can honestly say that we did very little to them. We pruned them and fertilized them a couple times of year with manure from our barnyard. We did cut away some of the crossing branches, especially those on the inside. Grandma said that a rose bush needs to breathe and it is important that the air circulate through them. She also said that all plants need to be talked to. In fact, we talked to all of our plants. I know that might sound silly and like an old wives tale, but grandma said that talking to your plants was like talking to your children. She believed that just like talking to a child was part of nurturing and helping them to grow strong, talking had the same effect on roses and any other plant. I used to hear her talking to her indoor plants all the time and all of her plants were healthy. When I hear some of the so called, “experts” making such a fuss about how particular you must care for roses, it tires me. My mama and certainly my grandma didn’t have access to horticulturalists, but their roses were beautiful and as I grew older I learned that there is an actual science behind talking to your plants. I truly believe that when it comes to roses a lot of rose lovers are afraid to grow them, because of what the experts say. They complicate things. In my opinion, roses are indeed exquisite. Their very appearance of such dainty, delicate petals is enough to make a beginner shy away from growing them, but they actually only require basic care. Sunshine, water, a little old fashioned manure from the barnyard and a good talking to and they will thrive. My parents still live on the farm. A few of the older original roses died out naturally, but new shoots grew and replaced them. The place pretty much looks the same, but we have added so many new roses and we actually have a designated Rose Garden. Grandma passed, but we can take roses from bushes that she actually planted and grew. I don’t have one particular company that I buy my roses from. I have bought a lot of healthy roses from Lowe’s and Home Depot. My goal has been to naturalize the area surrounding my own home and Knock Out Roses work really well for me. They grow very well in sun or shade and all I do is fertilize and prune them. Of course, in mid summer I usually have a problem with those pesky beetles, but I treat them just like I treat all of my roses. Knock Out Roses are not only beautiful, but they’re practical, extremely easy to grow and they bloom continuously from early April right through early November. They aren’t too expensive and using them helps cut down on the mowing, which my son really likes. However, I do purchase the majority of my roses from David Austin and Jackson and Perkins. They are very nice to work with and their roses are always healthy and packaged well. Your garden reminds me of my home as a child. It makes me homesick for those days. It is so beautiful. I hope you post more pictures. It looks so peaceful and inviting.

[@stefs3460]

Thank you for simplifying! Ive let my rose get overgrown because I was too scared to cut it wrong but now I feel much more confident to give it a go😁

[@rawfoodelectric]

Finally! A no nonsense approach to a beautiful rose bush! I subscribed!

[@nautitard]

I have no interest in roses whatsoever but KZbin keeps suggesting me your videos and I keep watching them because you seems so competent and explain very clearly. Seems like you know what you're talking about :)

[@keithdarding1381]

Very well done video. It's nice to hear someone explain this from actual personal experience instead just repeating the same strict rules we've heard over and over.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Keith

[@Queen-xn8lm]

I tell ya! I'm gonna learn everything there is to know about growing roses with all the videos I've watched. You are very detailed and helpful. Thank you!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure your majesty.

[@Queen-xn8lm]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm 😊

[@rebeccawoods4488]

What a blessing to learn from an expert! Thank you!

[@MrSoldierperson]

lmao.

[@benbravo7239]

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[@rebeccastewart7205]

This is the first time that I've watched a rose pruning video and will not have to keep rewatching and pausing it along with doing the job! So concise and clear - thanks for explaining some of those 'baffling' rules as well 😊

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Rebecca - I'm so happy you found it helpful

[@thebarefootgardner4687]

So helpful thank you!

[@chiquizdelgado1]

So true!!!

[@cherylbush9780]

The 'angle cut', has been plaguing my mind, it will never do so again after hearing your total logical and sensible debunk, thank you so much, will get out in the garden soon in a joyful mood

[@haman7227]

Great info for newbie, I didn’t even know you needed to prune roses 🌹 I liked ‘don’t make it more complicated than it needs to be’

[@SunDHamilton]

Me too! My Dad has about 6 large rose bushes, and in 3 years have never been trimmed. I just had no idea where to start tackling them but have a much better idea now! First video I’ve seen from you and it took me about 30 seconds to spot that awesome Canadian accent! You have amazing plants

[@elviramcintosh9878]

Thanks, it is so good to debunk long-standing myths, particularly the one about slant-pruning. You have also eased my conscience about pruning to please my eye. I am relatively new at this and I'm enjoying your experienced knowledge. Now I'd better learn how to sharpen tools.

[@clarabrunson1504]

how do I cut my rose if the main steam is dark at the bottom but has green stem coming out the top part it blooms each year but the main stem is very dark gray

[@chloechen9605]

Tks! You are doing these videos very helpful!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks so much for your support

[@Chillyseason5mymymy9]

I've watched thousands of videos for rose plants! Most of them informative but confusing as well. Some contradict each other. After watching this video I got lots of useful tips actually. Thanks for your detailed work!

[@nancyrapp5847]

I am an experienced gardener but have never attempted roses. I have 3 rose bushes, in pots, that I am developing. I am very excited and nervous! LOL! I am going to move them to the next largest pot today. I don't want to plant in the ground because it is quite hot here now. (NC). I have learned SO much from your videos! The "crossing branch" theory is quite interesting to me because it the way one would prune a young youngish tree. So, on with the day. Thank you again.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Nancy. I hope your roses do great for you

[@lanahattermann5837]

Wonderful, informative, and clear! Thank you for sharing your expertise! I’ve been growing roses for a couple of years and realized I needed more research to help them become the beautiful and healthy beings they are! You are a great teacher; bless you!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks for the feedback Lana - I'm glad your finding these videos helpful

[@David-rh2on]

Thank you for providing clear, concise instructions that are easy to follow and helping to filter out bad and useless info.

[@LesPaul-MorePaul]

The first rule for pruning roses is don’t touch the wife’s roses.

[@sherrygordan1832]

Hahahahaha my Husband AGREE

[@shanesherman5870]

Happy wife Happy life lol

[@polygraphliedetector]

Verifiable.

[@sahabshraddha8453]

😂😂

[@jayaraj100]

True, safety issue as well.

[@HomeHarvestCo]

Your guide on pruning roses is very detailed. I feel more confident now to try it on my own roses.

[@joseolmeda9567]

You have a very good screen presence I enjoy your videos and always learn something new.

[@jesgreen]

We purchased a house last year that had two roses bushes. I knew nothing about rose's. Thanks for this video. I've followed ur advice and it has flower buds now. I'm super excited!

[@janetcorey5102]

You are very direct and clear. Thank you for your sound advice

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I appreciate the feedback Janet

[@simileeluzbringas-bumatay3452]

Thank you for the knowledge for taken care of a rose. First timer to take care a rose

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

It's my pleasure. Thanks for watching

[@shikeridoo]

Educational videos like this one give youtube (and of course your brand) real value. Thanks.

[@BarryStevens-d5l]

Thank you for at last having some clear non-tech pieces of advice to help me as a beginner on pruning. Now I have a bit more confidence trying to tidy up my 5 or 6 slightlt overgrown roses. Very much appreciated.

[@wendymarcus4088]

Wonderfully down to earth and informative for fellow Northwesterners. Thank you so much.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching!

[@karengummert935]

Thank you so much for this video. Nice to hear from a professional rose farmer. I learned so much that o will apply to my roses.

[@michellemkeck]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. I’ve watched so many that were confusing. This one finally, and clearly, pointed me in the right direction! Thanks!!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Michelle. I'm glad you found it useful

[@lucemarina1905]

Great advice, how to get rid of wholes in your leaves.

[@saraw8503]

I have ordered a David Austin climber that I plan to train on an obelisk. I have always believed my coastal NC climate was not rose friendly. That may still be true but I plan to go in it with as much knowledge as possible. Thank you for good clear instructions. You make me believe I can be a rose grower.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Sara - I hope you have a great season, and best of luck with your new Austin

[@CeliaBelia723]

I'm a gardening newbie and just saw my first rose blooms on a plant I put in 2 years ago... I'm so excited and this was SO helpful, thank you!!!! (Also, Canadian in Indiana, hi!)

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Celia - best of luck with your roses this season!

[@reneeallen1118]

Wow. Easy to understand and I like that you have a ‘common sense’ approach. Thanks!

[@MLs_Space]

I inherited a lot of treasured roses and struggle every year to the point of considering having them removed. This is a huge help. I hope maybe you have a tutorial on pests especially powdery mildew. Thank you!

[@infotainment999]

This video is perfect. The right balance of visual and expert instructions. And all the fluff PRUNED out.

[@billyandrew]

I prune my neighbour's bush twice a year and she's always delighted. ;) The last week in March...quite vigorously...as it's proven to encourage swift new growth, then again in the last week of October, more to shape it for the coming year. It's worked for me for over five decades, regardless of species. Another reason for pruning is to ensure air circulates, keeping the plant cooler in hotter weather and to enable the gardener to spot insect infestations more easily. Incidently, cutting on a downward slant, _away_ from the thorn, so water doesn't pool on the cut, lessens chance of infection getting in that way or the stem splitting, as we clearly saw in one of your stems. Obviously, it's your channel, so you're free to scoff at the experiences and opinions of professional gardeners, who understand why practices are employed, over centuries, and passed down through apprentices. Happy gardening. :)

[@JoshWeaverRC]

Sounds like high time for a cut off. Good luck to you both. You will both be given ten identical plants with each stem being numbered. You will switch back and forth on each plant from odd to even. No special care will be given and they will be attended by a neutral third party until time to be judged. If there is a notable statistical difference then there will be a winner declared. Otherwise, you're probably both experienced enough to know what works for you and if not you would change it.

[@garyolsen6299]

Always go and listen to you every new season. Tks.

[@yaxiu3799]

There is a lot to learn in order to plant roses, it seems like a course. Thank you for your sharing!

[@emmynguyen1693]

Hi, i live in Paris and my roses haven,t been prunned for many years. Some of them r almost 2m hight. Do u think i can prun them now or its too late? The temperature here is from 6d C to 20 d C. Thanks so much.

[@radharcanna]

Great tips there. You’ve given me the confidence to prune my mother’s roses.

[@ampragea-lister6209]

Love your teaching method, thank you for all the vital details and reasons for doing what you're doing!

[@ginnysnyder9703]

Great Video....Absolutely taught me from 0% knowledge to 100% Perfection !! Thank You !!

[@grownnearrainier1617]

Thank you so much for making this video! I have three beautiful David Austin roses in my yard, and I've been struggling to figure out how to adequately prune them. This helped me immensely! Now I can feel like a good rose mama. :)

[@Memore18]

Thank you for this video I learn a lot about pruning roses! Now I feel a bit more confidence to prune my rose bushes

[@I_am_Rosy]

What a helpful video! My husband and I moved into an old (200 years+) cottage in Wales last year. One of the main reasons for the purchase was the garden! Oh my goodness, what a beautiful place it is! But it’s been left for about 2 years because the old lady who lived here went into care. I feel very bad for allowing the state of it to worsen (apparently she lived for gardening and was chairwoman of the local horticultural society!!) but to tell you the truth... I dont know a lot about gardening! But I have been pruning back to make sure we can move around and to stop nothing from getting truly out of control (although I need to hire someone to do the HUGE weeping birch): the lawn gets cut etc. we have a Japanese quince which looks like its getting strangled and a f... the yellow one at the beginning you mentioned (see?! Not a clue!), and LOADS of roses!!!! LOADS! Unfortunately they’re mostly once-blooming but a couple go throughout the year. I haven’t touched any of them because I’m afraid of killing them, but you’re video has helped loads. I feel i know exactly what i need to do now. Thank you!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure. Sounds like a wonderful property that'll keep you busy for a while. I don't suppose the roses are labelled in any way? Funny - my place had the exact combination when I moved in, and Japanese Quince and an aggressive Forsythia fighting for space.

[@sylviagerritsen7975]

Pruning neglected roses tomorrow, not mine. This is so simple and helpful. Thanks.

[@starshine518]

Thank you! You've made the "rules" so simple, and put them all in one place!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching

[@marcisleightam1818]

Thank you ! I'm a first time pruning gardener and I'm not terrified to go to work on it now . I appreciate you actually showing and clarifying as you went . all the other people I've watched just turbo through and I learned nothing from them .

[@flipfloppintexasgirl]

Thank you for explaining the science behind your teachings! It's great to know you've done your research.

[@CyndiaWilson]

This video is the best I’ve watched. You answered all my questions! Very nice , thanks!

[@angelagallardo2643]

I love this video. Very helpful information. I was able to follow your advice and my roses look amazing now that they are growing in.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

So happy to hear your roses are doing well. Happy growing!

[@pattytramonto3103]

Wow...one of the best rose pruning videos I have seen (and I've seen a lot).

[@mikepinch8125]

Very helpful and concise. Love forcythia tip. I always like to see the yellow suddenly appear; now I know its a message.

[@GaiaCarney]

Thanks for creating & sharing this info, Fraser Valley Rose Farm🌹

[@shelleyzacharias5216]

I live in the Fraser Valley so this was very helpful.

[@tjdjinn1983]

I can't wait til late February/early March to trim and prune my rose bushes. I've lived at my house since 05/2016 and the bushes were never taken care of. I've just recently got motivated to do something about it. Thank you for these helpful hints!!!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good luck with your roses!

[@tjdjinn1983]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm thank you! I'm kinda excited to try this and see if it works

[@Beejpur]

I really enjoyed your clear, understandable instructions

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks for the encouragement Miia

[@athenamissinghome619]

My favorite rose expert. I loved this. Thank you!

[@felicitygilbert6102]

What a pleasant man!

[@23leapinthedark]

While we are in very different climates (zone 9-10 Canyon Country CA) this was VERY helpful! Simple. Clear. Thank you!

[@fionbarraomuiri1458]

I did what you said about an old wrecked dying rose sentimental to me . I cut it back to nothing and one bud came back to life . The last few months it has new growth and leaves .

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I'm so excited for you! I'll bet that was a hard cut to make tho...

[@fionbarraomuiri1458]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm It sure was . In a previous video you said cut it and keep your fingers crossed haha . I cant believe it came back to life . Thanks for the help .

[@lisbetsoda4874]

You have such a strong ability to teach. Excellent! Thank you.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Aw, thanks Lisbet! I appreciate the feedback.

[@sarahgondos]

I was so nervous about this. I feel really confident now and I love that you explained the mind set behind each rule

[@merryhunt9153]

Thanks very much. Yours is the most intelligent video on rose pruning that I found today.

[@sunainadhupad8783]

wow , what great video about pruning roses , i have big rose garden but always in hurry to prune.

[@muh-lenboots38]

I never get tired of watching this video. ❤

[@helenoleksyn5327]

Please make a video on taking care of climbing roses specifically how to prune and how much to prune. I have long stalks growing out and don’t know if I should cut them down.

[@farhatqureshi735]

Excellent adviseon pruing roses.please may i have video on climbing roses.

[@MaryKane-qv5vz]

I need this info too. Hopefully he will include climbing roses.

[@an2288]

Thank you so much. Im trying hard to revive and love my rose bushes. I have no experience but i do love roses!

[@TheCaverLady]

I seem to come back every year to remind myself - thanks for the clear, no-nonsense explanation. I have a special rose to care for this year onwards; it's a Marie Louise, gifted as a memorial to my late grandmother of the same name. It's a once flowering old rose and is going to be in a pot for the next year or so. I'm really nervous of pruning this next year so would appreciate any tips. Thankyou!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Alison. For the once-bloomers, I always hold my pruning until after I I get to enjoy the flowers. Go for as large a pot as you can manage, and prune lightly, I think, so as to not add additional stress.

[@TheCaverLady]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm thanks for the advice. Hopefully it'll put on a great show. 💜🌹

[@robertawestbrooks9531]

I live in Clarksville, Tn. I will be growing roses this year. Thanks for your video.....the best yet. Wish me luck, I pretty much can grow anything.

[@JesusIsLoveTR]

This was VERY informative. Thank you kindly for taking the time to share. Have a pleasant day!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks so much. And you have a good day too!

[@stephanierobinson367]

We just moved house and the new property is riddled with roses. We're in lockdown so I'm about to get my prune on with they help of your helpful & informative tips. Wish me luck!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

A yard full of established roses... wow. How exciting! Best of luck!

[@Lyrazel]

great video! personally I find cutting at a slight angle (not as steep as the example from this video) is much more aesthetically pleasing than straight cuts. It also looks more professional.

[@Storesdavidal]

Thanks For All Your Educational Videos.

[@amandaestremera4908]

You are such a great teacher, thank you! My mom was an incredible good gardener and I did not inherit her talent but this video shows me I can learn!

[@tomgardner1057]

A great video for the beginner, (me). It is clear and the demonstrations are excellent

[@juliewilder4659]

Thank you for telling me about disinfecting my shears. I never have, but now I will.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Glad to help Julie.

[@miramira1558]

Thank you for making this video. I need an enlightement before pruning my rose ❤

[@tshaw219]

Great video! I’m a newbie to growing roses and this answered a lot of my questions. 🙂

[@Blahcvgfg]

Thank for your helpful video. Blessed to have an expert sharing these tips

[@cynthiarunnion9497]

REALLY well done video and MOST helpful! Thank you!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks for the feedback Cynthia. I'm glad you found it useful.

[@jeannedeck-weaver5262]

Thank you for an easy-to-understand guide and demonstration to prune roses. I am the person you speak of, afraid to prune so I avoid most. I have a prized rose that I am desperate to learn to prune properly - Let Freedom Ring. It is a long-stemmed Hybrid Tea rose in a beautiful red that wants to grow very tall. I know I am in the ideal location for this rose because I live within 10 miles of where it was hybridized. Actually, I blew it - my great Uncle was the hybridizer. I had only met him once and my dad passed shortly after I learned of this rose, I always said I'm going to call or visit, I didn't and he passed away. Loved your video, subscribed and will be following and looking at prior videos.

[@SolaFide802]

I’m new to rose bush care, your explanation was clear and comprehensive, thank you

[@patriciaingraldi4719]

Thank you. You cleared up quite a few questions I've had for years. I'm going outside to properly prune my rose plant.

[@tjdjinn1983]

I'm definitely saving this video for reference!

[@sagardutta4973]

Thank you sir, very very helpful your teaching. Please make more videos for us.

[@misiwoohoo]

Great video, thank you for your expertise, look forward to more education.

[@paulsmith3820]

Wow, I have been tending to roses for years. I thought I had it down pat. I was wrong; I learned a lot from watching this video.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Paul. Always happy to hear from another rose lover!

[@pricedesign8805]

Thank you for the great informatIon. I just planted 5 new rose bushes so this will be very helpful!

[@teresamcdaniel1989]

I have knockout roses. I cut off all the dead wood today and removed all the dead looking leaves. They look beautiful and it’s open and free flow of air. Thank you Jason for your great information. I’ve been following you for a couple years now and I love your voice.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks so much Teresa - have a great season!

[@ashaaz2450]

Very good and clear instructions. Thank you💐🌷

[@carriekassick7311]

Thank you! I’m back for my refresher. Last year I followed your advice and my roses were beautiful! 💐

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Happy to hear it. Thanks Carrie

[@priyankahabib8378]

Thank you so much! I just bought 3 roses this week: Mister Lincoln, Good Life and Outta the Blue. I am an experienced gardener but very new to roses. So, your video has helped me a lot! I am in Ontario, Canada zone 5-6a.

[@norashuda5652]

Priyanka Habib as well - I am experienced Gardner however- ROSES, are new to me - I appreciate the information!

[@kimloannguyenthi326]

I have watched this video three times. It’s always helpful. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@rachelc2179]

I've found your channel for the first time today and I am now not so scared to prune the roses! It does feel a little shocking to see the before and after of how you pruned the Fellowship rose but after seeing you do it, I feel more confident. Thank you for your straightforward explanations and I will follow your guidelines next year as it may be too late to do this pruning at the end of May here in Kent, England.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Rachel. I don't hesitate to continue structural pruning well into spring. As the season advances, I might be a little less severe (so as to not set back flowering too much), but no need to wait a whole year to begin. Thanks!

[@rachelc2179]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Hey there. Thank you so much for your reply and your advice. Ok, I'll take the plunge and get out and do some structural pruning. I'll start with dead, diseased, damaged and crossing branches. Baby steps eh 😉

[@judyingram4846]

I had to come back to this video. Best rules I've ever watched. Thank you so much for your great information.😊

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks so much Judy - I hope you have a great season!

[@zeenat484]

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