Cotswolds Garden - FAQs
Frequently asked gardening related questions
For most bush roses in the UK, the optimal time to prune is during late winter or early spring, typically from late January through to March. This period coincides with the moment the dormant buds begin to swell but before significant new growth emerges.
Pruning at this time helps to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged wood, improve air circulation, and encourage vigorous new shoots that will bear flowers. It's crucial to avoid pruning too early in winter, as any new tender growth stimulated by the pruning could be severely damaged by subsequent hard frosts.