From soft pinks to fiery oranges, garden roses make a showstopping addition to any landscape.
They can be grown in borders, grown in containers or even up a trellis, depending on the variety.
However, they require careful attention and maintenance to ensure they thrive throughout the year.
According to the ladder experts Henchman, the right care techniques will have roses blooming “year after year”.
They first recommended pruning and deadheading roses in order to help them bloom for longer.
The experts said: “Pruning is key to keeping roses healthy and encouraging development.
“While the best time to prune is typically late winter or early spring, just before the plant starts new growth, this can vary depending on the type of roses you’re growing and then they were planted.
“For example, rambling roses can be pruned in the summer after they’ve flowered, though a winter trim during peak pruning season can help keep them tidy.
“Light pruning in summer also helps to shape the bush and promote even more blooms.”
Many gardeners prune their roses all year round, using slightly different techniques.
A small, lighter prune in the summer can help prepare for a larger pruning job later in the year.
The pros added: “You’ll discover what works best for your roses as time goes on. The main thing to remember is to avoid pruning too frequently and to be cautious around new flowers or buds.”
To start, deadhead the roses by removing spent flowerheads and surrounding leaves and placing the debris into a bucket or bin.
As you prune, keep an eye out for common rose diseases such as black spots and pests such as rose aphids.
Remove any infected leaves or stems to prevent the spread of these issues.
The experts continued: “Next, focus on removing dead or damaged stems. Cut these back to healthy wood, making sure cuts are angled downwards to prevent water from pooling on the buds.
“For thicker branches, a pruning saw comes in handy.” Pruning can help to improve the shape and look of the plant as well as promote new, healthy growth.
