Should I prune shrub roses or hardy grasses this Fall?

We suggest you wait until the Spring to prune any shrub roses or hardy grasses, as to better the plant’s winter survivability. Shrub roses will typically die back some during winter anyway.  Each new cut makes an injury that removes moisture from the plant and takes time to heal. Pruning in the fall will only cause the rose to die back further.

In the Spring around late March or early April, prune the tops down to about 6 to 8 inches from the base before new growth starts again. Remember to fertilize the plant once it starts growing again.

To see when you should prune in the Spring and for more tips, visit Seasonal Garden Maintenance.

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