Between storms, Prune-a-thon set for Saturday at McKinley Rose Garden
Be prepared for mud while learning about rose care
Tagged: winter rose care
Dig In: Garden checklist for week of Jan. 30
Not only is it the right time to plant new roots of artichoke, horseradish, strawberry and rhubarb, it’s also perfect to clean up and replant older strawberry plants, as above. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) How...
Mailbag: How do you prune carpet roses?
Flower Carpet Pink was the first of the Flower Carpet roses and is still the most popular. (Photo courtesy Anthony Tesselaar) Question: Do you have specific recommendations for pruning back carpet roses? I’m usually...
Why prune now? Your roses will thank you
This Pink Promise rose needs pruning — it’s 10 feet tall and still blooming in January. (Photo: Debbie Arrington) Why prune? Why now? Those are prickly questions for anyone who grows roses. January is...
Learn how to prune a rose bush in under 3 minutes
During the hands-on part of a pre-pandemic Winter Rose Care Workshop, Baldo Villegas, right, demonstrates pruning techniques. This year’s free workshop will be Saturday at the Orangevale Grange. Masks are required. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) Can...