How to Prune Roses: the Beginners Guide

How to Prune Roses for beginners. This guide will help you prune your roses even if you don't know what type of rose you have. Pruning helps promote masses of gorgeous flowers and is really easy!
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hi welcome back to garden ninja today's video is going to be on pruning roses but this isn't like every other video out there if like me you've inherited a load of really old frankly ugly roses that look in a real mess then this videos for you because I'm going to show you how you can renovate old tired broken roses and turn them into beautiful specimens so come on let's get cracking!
Now there are loads of different types of roses and each of them has a slightly nuanced version of pruning the guide I'm going to give you today should help cover most of those the roses I'll be showing you today at hybrid tea roses and what that means is that they grow a stem that has one flower on in the summer you've also got floribunda roses which have the stem but with multiple clusters of flowers now the only difference is with a hybrid tea you can prune a bit more than you can with a floribunda
You want to take off maybe only a quarter not a third whereas a hybrid tea Rose you can be a bit firmer now winter is an ideal time to prune your roses and what we're aiming to do is to take out any of the deadwood the old unproductive stems and prune back to an outward facing bud so dead and damaged old would prune to an out facing bud I'm going to show you how to do that now.
So the first thing I'm going to do is take out any Deadwood but you can tell up usually dark brown and if you slip a bit off its kind of crispy
in the middle so here we've got a really good example of a dead stem and this is called necrosis where the tissue dies and it goes all the way back now we do have a pod here and it's facing inwards so we don't want nothing it's with my sharp secateurs we're going to nip this off here right back and angle so that the water can run off this is a prime example of old wards I'm going to take that right the way back really sharp cut this may look brutal and she's following me down here on this really leggy growth you've got here and outward facing bud so I'm going to nip it off there look really brutal take a stand back and you'll see the kind of height I'm taking off anything that's crossing I'm also gonna take out so this one here it's just sending out growth into the middle I don't want that snip that off so to give you an idea of the scale I've taken this Bush down from about here to here all the growth that's facing inwards that dead material and I've taken 1/3 off all of this year's
growth as well so here you can see that there were two stems crossing over here they've gone and tidied up so you've still got all these stems and little buds that are ready for this year's growth if it would say hard food all the way down you'll have to wait a year to grow again
So even if your roses are looking really old and tired by taking them back and being patient you can bring them back to life you don't just need to hack them right the way back to the bottom you can do it in stages and then you'll get the benefit of some farmers this year and
each year it will get better and better and better that's always gonna be a few examples that don't quite fit the rulebook and this is one of them so some roses are going to be in such a bad way like this behind me it's a bit like an old witch's finger and no matter what you do with the new growth trying to renovate it it's never going to have a huge amount of impact so in these cases we're gonna have to use sharp loppers and take it back to the ground because that's the only way you can really renovate it.

[@lizvillegas6603]

Thanks for the clear info! Also you're really good at presenting, you're like a TV pro. :D

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Liz. Maybe I could shake up the gardening world a bit. Make it more accessible to all backgrounds and budgets. 😜😊 Happy Gardening. Lee

[@eloizajs572]

Best rose pruning video out there. I love that you took the effort to show actual examples on what and how to prune for different growths

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much! I always try and provide the most clear guidance with all my garden design and gardening guides! Make sure you subscribe for more! Happy pruning. Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@stephenowens3325]

I"m 68 and my knowledge of gardening equals the square root of JS ☺️. I just moved into a retirement flat. Outside of which lives a lovely rose bush. Still blooming but too much growth for a good perfect ten. I was encouraged to garden from about 9 or 10 and can proudly admit to successfully killing everything I grew - it never sparked an interest. But. Having stumbled upon this ( as you do ) I reckon I should attempt at pruning and cutting back. as the months progress. I'm so thankful you made it all so simple 🍻. Subscribed with thanks.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Stephen. That’s brilliant to hear. Gardening is a split of 50% knowledge and 50% hands on experience. So sounds like you’re already increasing your chances of success by getting stuck in. If you prune your roses next winter you’ll be amazed by the floriferous results!! Glad to have you as a Ninja subscriber. Happy Gardening. Lee

[@soleaguirre100]

Congratulations is important have a garden even in a balcony! because is so good for eyes and soul! Greetings from Santiago Chile!

[@dnr2089]

🤣🤣🤣

[@jclark9176]

I can watch and listen to you all day. You are so knowledgeable about gardening in a most charming delivery.

[@Gardenninja]

Thank you so much! What a lovely comment that’s much appreciated. I love my job as a garden designer and create my vlog to help gardeners get the most out of their spaces. I believe gardening is for everyone and can make a huge beneficial impact to our lives. More videos to come. Happy gardening!

[@ash20500]

Love your videos. I’m a real amateur and your videos help greatly as you explain everything you do and demonstrate clearly and slowly. 👍🏻

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much, Ash20500, that means a lot! I'm glad they're really helpful for you. Make sure you subscribe for more of my garden guides! Happy Gardening! Lee

[@conspiracylibrary2848]

Thank you very much! My wife and I are dealing with some very over crowded bushes. This video helped a whole lot! Thanks Garden Ninja!

[@Gardenninja]

Glad it’s been helpful for you and your wife! Make sure you subscribe for more hints and tips! Happy Gardening. Lee

[@nancydevlin65]

Thank you! Exactly what I needed, nice and compact and clear info! Complete newbie gardener here, with a few hybrid roses I want to make sure will survive because they are simply totally awesome in colour and scent!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Nancy! I bet by next summer you will be reaping the rose pruning benefits. A lot of people are out off by roses but pruning so simple when you know how! Happy gardening and let me know how yours get on! Lee

[@marystiller5669]

YOU ROCK! Just bought my first house & I have zero idea what I'm doing in the yard. Your clear commentary and precise videos are wonderful! I'm so excited to have discovered your channel!

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Mary. Many thanks for your lovely comment and feedback. I wish you all the best with your new yard. Happy gardening. Lee

[@kimholland435]

I wanted to come back and tell you that I took you advice earlier in the year and my neglected rose is looking the best it ever has. It’s really healthy and producing some massive blooms already. Thank you

[@Gardenninja]

Wow! Wonderful Kim. It’s great to hear back from you. Now you’ll be pruning with abandonment!! Brilliant!! Lee

[@MiAnge1ito]

me too, I followed his instructions last year after moving to a new house. I thought I may need to dig it out, but this year i had a lovely show 🌹during lockdown, so I came back to save and say thank you 😉

[@Gardenninja]

MiAnge1ito thats absolutely brilliant to hear! Happy Gardening! Lee

[@MrDingle1987]

great info, earlier this year i bought my first rose, now i have 10, with more on the way and i never really knew how to prune back. But now i do. Thanks for the helpful video.

[@Gardenninja]

Hey Zac. Great to hear you’re a rose convert! Winter pruning will keep them flowering reliably each year! Happy gardening. Lee

[@Spacetrance14]

All rhis means that yiu can hardly choose a shape for your riae bud and make it healthy for it too or nicely productive,you have to choose or maybe you cant wven,but only to not make a shape you want. I like them tall and thin and not fat and short.is there a shaping technique?ill search for a video maybe.thank you for those infos btw.

[@Steeny8096]

This is exactly what happened to me! I bought a house with an out of control rose bush and a tiny one I uncovered after cutting back an unruly garden. I am clueless on how to deal with it but they're so pretty, I am going to try this pruning technique. Thank you! Very informative video :)

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Christine! I think you’ll be happily surprised with the results! Good luck with your pruning! Lee 🥷🌿

[@gregoryallan1137]

Thanks for the vidio.im going to do my roses tommorra.its the 2nd week of winter here in Australia.👍👍😀

[@joancroker8612]

Thank you so much, Garden Ninja. What a confidence-building video this is...And I agree with the others - you're a TV presenting pro! Keep up the good work. Wishing you all the success and happiness in the world.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Joan for that uplifting message. It’s been a tough old year but light at the end of the tunnel. More guides and tips dripping in Garden Ninja enthusiasm coming soon! Make sure you subscribe to be the first to get them! Happy gardening and take care. Lee

[@paul8821]

The first time i had a go at pruning roses i got ripped to pits by the thorns on them When i got back in the house the wife said whats happend ,I said next doors cat just done me in you should have seen her face ha ha ha nice vid lee liverpool

[@Gardenninja]

Hahaha Paul that’s hilarious! Hopefully my guide will have you pruning without injury! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿🙌

[@paul8821]

@@Gardenninja Nice one lee keep up the good work

[@missyame]

Hands down, this has been the most helpful & informative video on pruning my roses that I have found. I can't wait to prune my neglected roses and see how they are next year. Thank you 🌹

[@Gardenninja]

Wow! What a brilliant piece of feedback. Thanks so much. I try to demystify and simplify gardening where possible. So glad it’s working! Here’s to plenty of successful pruning! Happy gardening. Lee

[@paul8821]

Lee what a boss vid on looking after roses you maid it so simple for people, that do not now much about roses I do now many thanks paul liverpool

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Paul my fellow northerner!! Glad it’s helpful. Happy gardening. 🥷🌿🙌

[@timatkins6693]

Morning Lee, I’ve an old shrub rose. It’s very tall with a thick woody stem at the base that’s about 50cm in length, there aren’t any visible buds on it. I want to really reduce the height of the rose. David Austin advise I can I hard prune into the thick woody stem but I’d like your opinion mate. Is it ok to hard prune the thick woody main stem and how long should it take for the rose to recover with new shoots? Many thanks! 🙏

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Tim. Yes you certainly can prune it. However it maybe easier for you to post some pictures on my forum so my advice makes more sense! I can reference the picture you see and maybe annotate it. You can ask a question on my gardening forum here. www.gardenninja.co.uk/forum/ 🥷🌿🤘

[@Jason-bv7ez]

Great video, extremely informative.....Thanks

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Jason. Make sure you subscribe for even more garden how to guides! All the best. Lee

[@saraheaston9876]

I planted a five inch high rose start in half a bag of compost and manure two years ago. It did nothing last year but this year…😳. It’s gone mad growing up its post just covered in roses. But that means I don’t have a clue where to start pruning it. This video is very helpful. Thank you.

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Sarah. Wow! Congrats on your rose success. This guide and my detailed guide here should help. Happy pruning!! Lee www.gardenninja.co.uk/how-to-prune-roses-the-beginners-guide/

[@saraheaston9876]

Oh! Thank you!

[@saraheaston9876]

Thank you!

[@roberthay9359]

Really clear, thank you! Love your hair too!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks it’s all my own!!! 😂😜🤘🥷 Happy pruning! Lee

[@jonno777]

What variety of rose are you ! Great presentation and style. Thank u

[@Gardenninja]

Hahaha Rosa mohawkus ninjacus. Found in all old school rose suppliers. 😂😂😂 Glad you like the video. Happy gardening. Lee

[@jonno777]

@@Gardenninja thank u for your lovely reply. Also wondering who pruned your hair ! What a fine job Rosa Mowhawus 😁

[@salimsalama6897]

Good information ,,, I will arrange the flower plants early February ... Thank you. From Iraq

[@pennysmith2511]

Love everyone of your videos. Your a garden angel, I'm a gardener. You never stop learning. Keeps me fit and sane. Lol Thank you.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Penny. You’re too kind with your lovely words. Gardening definitely keeps people fit and sane. A true connection with nature and peace. Which is in rare supply these days. Keep on gardening and pointing people who want to start my way! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🤘🌳🌿

[@michellesmallwood279]

My Dad passed and loved his roses. How do I find out what kind they are? Red with a yellow center. They are blooming this week. Is it to late to prune them? I have never done this before.

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Michelle. Sorry to hear about your loss. You only want to prune roses really in late winter. With the exceptions of climbing or rambling which you prune after flowering late summer. If you follow my guide. www.gardenninja.co.uk/how-to-prune-roses-the-beginners-guide/ happy pruning. Lee 🥷🌿👍

[@CRettort]

Thank you from Perth Australia 🇦🇺

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! Happy pruning in Perth! Lee

[@marialevick9437]

Hi Great video.how do i hold my roses up as the heads are massive but floppy as the stems are green as it was a baby this year but has shot right up,its the first rose tree ive ever kept alive and dont want to loose it,i have it in a tall pot as dont have any garden. Thanks maria.

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Maria. Thanks for your kind words about my rose pruning tutorial. Could you post a few pictures and some background on the forum here then I’ll take a look and advise. Hard to advise when I can’t see the plant please! www.gardenninja.co.uk/forum/ 🥷🌿👌

[@kirstygibbons]

Your videos are amazing, thank you for sharing, the music is distracting:( but everything else is 10 out of 10 🥳

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Kirsty! I’m glad you like them. Happy gardening! Lee 🥷🌿

[@bornenit309]

RHS says prune climbers in winter, I prune ramblers at the end of summer but climbers in winter.. I'm sure it doesn't matter too much

[@Gardenninja]

Hi SayHiBob. It’s easier to see what you’re pruning in winter that’s true and for most roses I prune in Feb. However for climbers and ramblers I prefer straight after flowering. As I find it helps remove wind damage from left over side shoots or foliage which can tear from the main branch network. Or large climbers getting too heavy in the wet winter weather. Only small points for my change in approach but I’m always trying to help new gardeners get to grips with stuff in the easiest way. Setting them up for success. I find this approach is better for newbies! Hope that clarifies. Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@Ettrick8]

Thanks for the highly informative and we'll presented video..

[@Gardenninja]

You are most welcome. Glad it was helpful! Happy gardening. Lee

[@MsSNIPERMAN2010]

A good job for next year .Thank you very much. A Happy New Year to all.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much! Enjoy your pruning!! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@EASYTIGER10]

Useful video! I think one of the biggest lessons for beginners is don't be afraid to prune. As a beginner I'm always worried that cutting right back and removing ALL the leaves from a rose in winter will kill it. But they can take it and, so long as they're not diseased, will grow back better!

[@Gardenninja]

Exactly Easytiger. It’s all about being bold and your plants will respect you for it!! Happy Gardening.

[@1234andrew1234]

Thanks for the video!!!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Andrew! Happy gardening. Lee

[@michalaclamp5790]

When’s the best time of year to move a rose ? I’ve 2 in a large container I would like to move into the ground !

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Michala. The best time is winter. You could probably get away with it now if you’re fast! Water it well after planting. All the best. Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@chillinwifmikoolaid]

Nice job! Thank you.

[@Gardenninja]

Delta Doan you’re welcome! Happy Gardening. 😊🌲

[@ilianailieva9309]

This video is great!! So helpful! Thank you!!! I love how straight to the point it all is. 😄🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹💕

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Iliana I’m glad it’s been helpful. Make sure you subscribe for more garden design hints,tips and hacks! Happy Gardening. Lee

[@pamsmith2656]

Thanks just what I was looking for clear and helpful guidance. Going to look up your other videos 👍🏼

[@Gardenninja]

Pam Smith Great to hear from you! Glad you like the guides. Make sure you subscribe to get all my top tips. Happy Gardening. Lee

[@beauecho]

not often I pause the video in the first minute to like, subscribe and whack out my pen and paper!! Thanks for being so informative, es muy apreciado

[@Gardenninja]

Wow! What an awesome comment. Thanks Frankie. Glad it’s been so informative for you. Plenty more garden knowledge sharing Ninja style to come!! Happy Gardening! Lee

[@cazgorman1]

Best video i've seen yet on how to do this. I inherited a lot of roses when I bought my home, and I want to keep them but I am a very novice gardener. Who knew pruning was so nervewrecking!! :) I'm less nervous to attempt this now! Thank you!!!

[@Gardenninja]

So glad to hear! Rose pruning is both essential and terrifying to break gardeners. Once you know how it’s pretty straight forward. Don’t fear pruning! Embrace it!!! I’ve got lots of pruning guides so make sure you check them out to become a pro! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿💪

[@cassandrak597]

So helpful! thank you! also i love listening to your voice it’s so calming

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Cassie May! There’s more videos to come so make sure you subscribe. Happy Gardening and relaxing!! Lee

[@billgreen576]

Excellent well explained video on rose pruning.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Bill. Make sure you subscribe to watch my other garden design guides. Happy gardening! Lee

[@Lexpatt]

Have so many bloody roses at our house that we inherited and I swear the buggers thrive off my disdain for them.

[@Gardenninja]

They will pick up on it and give the middle thorn if not careful haha. 😜 I never used to like roses when I first started gardening but once you learn to prune them they become really easy beautiful plants to look after. Happy gardening! Lee

[@CaroleLegon]

Thank you for such a clear guide, I'm off to prune some roses now following your advise.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Carole! Happy pruning! Lee

[@miwang4885]

Excellent and lovely talk, particularly, how to rescue old roses - patient. Thank you

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Mi. I’m glad you’ve found it useful. Happy gardening and pruning! Lee 🌿🥷

[@kiragroneveldt86]

Thank you! We moved into a house with about 8 rose bushes and we know nothing about roses. Your video was awesome because it was clear, simple and you are such a joy to watch! You should seriously have your own show. Anyway, cheers from Los Angeles!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Kira. Really glad it’s been helpful for you and your roses. Make sure you subscribe to watch my other 100+ garden design guides. More guides to come over winter too!! Happy gardening! Lee

[@soleaguirre100]

Thanks excellent information! 🌹now we are in 🍂 🍂 🍂but l have l lots of roses and butterflies 🦋 my home is Santiago very close to Cordillera de Los Andes... all sorts of birds like Condor and eagles. in lockdown at least l can enjoy the nature. Greetings from Santiago Chile 🇨🇱.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Sole Agui. Sounds beautiful where you are in Chile. I’ve never been but would love to come see the wildlife there in the future when lockdowns over. Glad you liked the guide on rose pruning. Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿

[@soleaguirre100]

@@Gardenninja thanks for your answer!sure you can enjoy this country Patagonia,Atacama, and lake regions.Did you hear about desert florido? well is knowing for his amazing flowers in the most dry desert of the world! so here so much to observe! greetings have a nice week.enjoying the spring and the end of the confinement. 🦋🌱☀️🌹

[@katiaplantscientist]

Excellent and highly informative video! Many thanks for sharing your knowledge with the realistic and easy to follow visuals. Do you have any opinions on sealing or wrapping the cut stems with something to prevent infection?

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Katia. I wouldn’t seal a rose pruning cut. The chance of it getting damp is too high in my experience. If you prune in winter on a dry day the cuts deal themselves quickly and callous. I only seat grafts never pruning cuts. Hope that helps! 🥷🌿🤘

[@katiaplantscientist]

@@Gardenninja Thanks for the tip, I did not seal mine.

[@Lightblueyoshi17]

Thank you, I’ve been putting off tackling the roses in my garden but your video explained the process really well!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Emma. Glad it’s been useful! Happy pruning. Lee 🥷🌿

[@leorising9713]

Thanks so much! This was very helpful!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Leo Rising! Make sure you subscribe for more gardening guides. Happy gardening. Lee

[@usveteran9893]

Wow! So glad I found you. I really don't have a green thumb, but I do have roses. My sister passed away about two years ago. Prior to that, I planted yellow roses {Her favorite}, they did okay. Since she has passed away they have flourished {is it her?, I think so}. Well, they are starting to get a bit out of shape and I needed to know what to do. Thanks to you I now know what I need to know.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Gregory. Sorry to hear about your sister. Maybe she is still playing a part!!! I’m going to be releasing an update showing the results of this guide shortly! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿

[@usveteran9893]

@@Gardenninja I am sure that she playing a huge part. Thank You for your kindness. She passed away from Breast Cancer, she is in a better place now. A place where there is no hate, only love, and no pain.

[@verdeboyo]

Hey, just what I needed to know! I have been growing roses through a rustic metal feature arch and this summer it got higher than the arch. I had no clue about how to prune. Until now! Cheers

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! I’m glad my pruning guide is helpful. Most people just hack away but once you really understand pruning cutting back roses is super easy! You can find hundreds more free gardening guides here. www.gardenninja.co.uk/ 🥷🌿👌

[@verdeboyo]

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[@mld8]

This was very well explained thank you!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks! I’m glad you found it useful. Happy Gardening. Lee

[@redredwine1277]

Thanks, very helpful info. 🌼🌺🌸

[@Gardenninja]

Glad it’s helpful! Happy Gardening. Lee

[@sophievautour8573]

hi! Thanks for the nice video, Garden Ninja. One question: is it already too late if i prune my rose bush now? I somehow had registered that it should be done just before spring or end of winter when it's already getting warmer.

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Sophie! Better late than never. You should be able to get away with it now. Least the buds will be starting to break so you can see what you’re doing! Happy pruning! 🥷🌿🤘 Lee

[@sophievautour8573]

Job done! it is scary to be slasking at a budding shrub, but now it's been trimmed, I feel even more the freshness of spring in the air!

[@KimORourke2111]

Thank you so much. Completely new gardener here despite being in my mid 50s! Have you done a video on pruning roses when you first plant them? And what else to do with them?

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Kim. You shouldn’t need to prune them until their first winter after they’re planted. Then just follow this video. There’s also more detail here to help you! Make sure you subscribe to watch hundreds of my free gardening guides! www.gardenninja.co.uk/how-to-prune-roses-the-beginners-guide/

[@KimORourke2111]

@@Gardenninja ​ Oops! I already pruned them...only because I'd remembered something Monty Don said on Gardener's World a while back. Will they be OK? I have subscribed btw 😃

[@gatyta0824]

This is amazing! Subscribed, thank you for the great content

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much! Great to have you as one of the Ninjas! Happy Gardening. Lee

[@becfreiesleben9276]

Great - informative, clear, perfect - thank you!!!

[@Gardenninja]

So glad it’s helpful Bec! Make sure you subscribe for even more garden design hints tips and hacks. Happy gardening! Lee

[@angelkotilainen]

When your Darcey Bussell David Austen rose is neither a Hybrid Tea nor a Floribunda 😂 Trust mine to be awkward! I also love how David A describe mine as a "small bush rose" when the first year it grew massive and way bigger than any of my tall Roses, and it was confined to a large pot lol 😂😂

[@Gardenninja]

Haha maybe you’re just too green fingered? The golden touch?! It’s a good point though that checking what the ultimate height and growth of plants is really important. Least you’ll have a bumper pot now! Make sure you mulch and feed your pot roses once a year twice if possible as they are really hungry plants when containerised. Happy growing! Lee

[@ivorputnam5958]

Your video is great. Very informative and so well edited. Thanks for putting so much into making this.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Ivor. I’m glad the guides useful to help more people make the most out of their roses! Plenty more design and gardening guides to come so make sure you subscribe. All the best. Lee 🥷🌿

[@antonsmit4667]

Super helpfull video for a rank novice like me!!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Anton. Make sure you subscribe for even more gardening guides! 🥷🌿 Happy Gardening.

[@meganyork1335]

Thank you for clear instructions to pruning without the jargon. 😊

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Megan! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷😂

[@dnr2089]

I wish I’d found this video before I hacked all my roses to death! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Gardenninja]

Don’t panic. They are super tough so should come back. Just follow this guide once you’ve got some growth to work with!! 🥷🤘🌿

[@dnr2089]

@@Gardenninja Thank you!

[@aleenajamali7961]

Bro I live in Saudia Arabia as you know it's really hot weather here I have 2 rose plants I am waiting for a rose bud and flower I hope I will get some flowers soon 😊

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Aleeba. I’m sure you will. Water well early morning or evening if in really hot conditions. That usually helps them! Make sure you subscribe for even more gardening hints, tips and hacks. Happy gardening. Lee

[@aleenajamali7961]

@@Gardenninja ok brother I will subscribe you no problem can you upload a video how to get rose buds a little bit early 😊it's up to you and yeah there is a little bit of problem of the sun actually where I live the sun is behind my home so there only sunshine not direct sun so I put them the hole day on sun I hope that will help them

[@aidenmartin3230]

hi I planted a rose bush in a large pot about mid summer it's still a bit small and still growing but I want to increase The size it has two New tiny buds growing when should I prune it

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Aiden. The best time for that kind of rose is winter. January or Feb in the UK. Once all leaves have fallen then you can see what you’re doing. 🥷🌿🤘

[@aidenmartin3230]

@@Gardenninja thankyou that's great advice thankyou

[@PetraDutton]

Thank you. This is really helpful. ❤

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! Happy pruning 🥷🌿🤣

[@StillInLuck]

This helped me out so much Thankyou

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome. Make sure you subscribe for hundreds more free gardening guides! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🤘🌿

[@havenwyld]

This is very clear and accessible ... and you are absolutely adorable! thank you for sharing ....

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Darrah. What a nice comment I’m blushing!! 😊 Good luck with your rose pruning. Let me know how you get on!

[@russellthompson9271]

Thanks bud 😂

[@richardhaylett8080]

Thanks for the tips. You made that far clearer than the books do. Hopefully my inherited roses will put on a better display this year now I know how to prune them properly

[@Gardenninja]

Great stuff Richard. The books and written guides can make Rose pruning seem overly complicated. Let me know how your roses get in this year after my method. All the best and happy gardening!

[@venuskoshy5022]

Thank you so much for the info. I really enjoy watching your videos. We have got a big garden 80 - 90 feet long garden which needs doing up. I would really appreciate if you could suggest how to design it. Thank you so much in advance

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Venus, Thanks for the positive feedback! It sounds like you could do with my consultation service if its about garden design troubleshooting. You can find out more here! www.gardenninja.co.uk/garden-advice/ Happy Gardening! Lee

[@venuskoshy5022]

Thanks for replying. I will definitely be consulting you.

[@longandshort6639]

When in winter in the UK? December? Or is September too early

[@Gardenninja]

Septembers too early. I prune mine in Feb ready for the following summer. You can tidy up any dead material now but avoid doing the full prune as they will try and put on new row the and it takes energy away from flowering buds. Happy gardening. Lee

[@wendylluv8173]

Thank you! Greetings from Puerto Rico.

[@SinkyYT]

I bought a house from a woman about 5 years ago and the garden has a massive pink rose bush. I've not done anything to it until now but I think it needs a tidy up. Thanks for the tips. 👍

[@Gardenninja]

Oh wow! Sounds like you've got a gorgeous rose just ready for some winter pruning! If you have further questions why not checkout my blog www.gardenninja.co.uk which also has a lively forum where you can post questions with pictures of your garden! Happy gardening Sinky! 🥷🌿

[@yvonnejohnson772]

my roses are taller than me but oh they are lovely I have a very small dark purple rose it's flowers are tiny any ideas what it's called please

[@Gardenninja]

Sorry Yvonne. I’d need a picture or more detail to advise. Maybe find a rose group on Facebook and post a picture for them to advise. All the best. Lee 🥷🌿

[@yvonnejohnson772]

@@Gardenninja hi looked on roses on Internet ludiwins rose ellerines is purpel one striped one pierneff

[@dianedavidson4679]

Hi my rose Bush is in a pot as my sole is just rubbish is that ok please help as am just getting in to gardening this year hope you can help me

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Diane. Maybe this detailed guide of mine will help. Here you go! www.gardenninja.co.uk/how-to-prune-roses-the-beginners-guide/ 🥷🌿

[@dianedavidson4679]

Thank you I will have a look at it

[@popisarts9082]

Thank you. Wonderful!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome happy gardening! 🥷🌿🙌🌹

[@jamescarpenter275]

Hi Lee I have a rose that’s really in a sorry state all the leaves are falling off and the leaves that it has left have black dots and holes in it but has roses on it.. should I cut it back now? Been worried that it may spread to my other rose bush? Xxx

[@Gardenninja]

Hi James. Sounds like black spot. Which is a fungus. I’ve got it at home. It’s not deadly but weakens the rose. Best way is to remove them and bin them. Don’t compost them. Give them a good liquid feed after to help shore them up a bit. The holes are probably from lead cutter bees which is fab. So don’t panic. That’s actually a good sign!! Hope that helps. 🥷🤘🌹🐝

[@jamescarpenter275]

@@Gardenninja thank you so much for this Lee just the leaves right?

[@Gardenninja]

Yes just the yellow or black spotted leaves. They should pull off easily for disposal!! Happy gardening. 🥷🤘🌿

[@davidjennings2179]

Moved into my first house in September, there are a lot of roses but they haven't seen secateurs for years I imagine. This video gave me the confidence to tackle them!

[@whiterabbit3464]

Thank you from Florida!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! Happy pruning! Lee 🥷🌿

[@Sooflea]

Just what I needed to know.

[@Gardenninja]

Fab! Glad my rose guide is helpful. Do check out my website where I have hundreds of free gardening guides! 🥷🌿🤘 www.gardenninja.co.uk

[@manymoms920]

Thank you, going to save this

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! 🥷🌿🤘

[@yjharvey7824]

Well explained for a beginner!

[@Gardenninja]

Glad my guides are so useful for gardeners! Make sure you checkout my site too for hundreds more free guides! www.gardenninja.co.uk/ 🥷🤘🌿

[@redredwine1277]

Thanks! I subscribed 🌼🌹🌸🌺

[@johnkelly7825]

We prune roses in Australia more brutal than that take it right down I've been pruning roses for years now and that's the way I do it brutal

[@Gardenninja]

Hi John. Yes you can do it that way too. On some of the really bad ones I take them right down. Sometimes though for beginners it’s s not too daunting. Think after a year or two with this method and seeing results people may feel more confident! Happy Gardening!

[@jayneevans6523]

Marvellous - so clear for an idiot gardener like me. And dead encouraging. Cheers mate x

[@mollyb9146]

So helpful, thank you!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! Happy pruning! Lee 🥷🌿

[@alexemmerson2813]

I have a Naomi rose which I love. Does anyone know if it's floribunda? I can't tell at the moment.

[@petertr2000]

Thanks - Made that just as simple as I needed it to be ;-) !!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Peter! Make sure you subscribe for even more concise gardening guides. Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@petertr2000]

@@Gardenninja Thanks again - re-watching now before I head to my nanna's to prune my late-grandad's roses. Also hoping to use the removed pieces as cuttings, so now off to watch your other video on that.

[@philc2604]

Great video, thanks so much. Just moved into a new house before Christmas and starting to have a go at the garden now. Found a couple of rose bushes hidden behind a wall of ivy and thanks to your video i might have a chance of bringing them back 😊

[@Gardenninja]

Sounds great! Roses are mega tough so I'm sure you'll get them into shape! Best of luck! Lee Garden Ninja

[@rosecrow1545]

Thank You! Clear and concise!! I inherited a climber, my neighbors have cut it way too much it hasn't budded and it's a big mess. Now I think I can fix it. Would anyone suggest bone meal or just miracle grow?

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Rose Crow. I always advice a rich peat free compost mulch which lasts far longer than most liquid feeds and helps open up the soil. Failing that bone meal would be my preference. Happy growing! Lee 🥷🌿

[@karami8844]

Here in Southern California, we don’t really have winter. My roses are already growing new leaves and budding new roses. 😫 Still need to prune out last years’ dead buds.

[@Gardenninja]

Get cracking with those dead buds. Snip back to the next leaf or node. That will see you right! Happy gardening. Lee

[@JesusSportsNature]

So helpful and encouraging! Thank you!

[@samanthaculyer]

oops, I have a floribunda rose that I pruned in January. Hope it will be okay. Now I know what to do come the autumn. Thank you

[@jclark9176]

I agree with you; "Gardening is for everyone." They just don't know it.

[@venussalas1550]

ABSOLUTELY. I always said I would never get into gardening because I didn’t want to get dirty or deal with having to remember to water my plants or prune them ect ect but now I’ve just fallen in love with gardening!!!!!

[@Gardenninja]

Exactly. I’ve never met any one who claims to kill plants who I’ve not been able to convert into a green fingered excited gardener!!! 😘

[@FrancisFenderson]

Appreciate the info, Lee. My mother-in-law gave us some hybrid tea roses a few years ago and I've neglected them. Hopefully I can get them pruned this week and fed when the weather warms up a bit.

[@Gardenninja]

Francis Fenderson then this guides definitely for you! Even old tired roses can be renovated. I’m sure you’ll see some surprising positive results this summer! Please keep me posted. Happy Gardening. Lee

[@christinebray1810]

Thanks Lee you make it so easy to follow 👍🏻🙂

[@Stu_Yorkie]

Thank you, a very helpful video. Subscribed 👍

[@mult1coloured]

So useful, thank you!

[@Gardenninja]

Glad it’s helpful! Happy gardening. Lee

[@MARKSFINCHES]

Thanks bruv ,you just saved my Rose's!!!

[@Gardenninja]

Hey Marks! Great to hear it. That's another plant saved from the composter! ;-) Glad it was helpful.

[@fionaconnolly3589]

I have lots of light green flimsy new growth on one of my roses and little white flowers growing that are not the apricot roses. Can someone explain what this is?