Here are some helpful recommendations, drawn from Rose Society publications, to prepare your roses for winter. Begin early by cleaning out excessive bushy growth.

Did you know that gardens prepared thoughtfully in the fall can yield up to 30% more robust growth and healthier plants in ...

Late fall and winter are the prime times for roses, as at this point in the year, they are dormant, giving the roots the perfect opportunity to grow and establish.

November is the time to start preparing your roses for winter. Rambling roses that only flower once are normally vigorous.

Q. How can I prepare my roses for winter? -- Stephanie, Clintondale A. One of the ways to protect roses for the winter is to be sure they go completely dormant. To accomplish this, stop fertilizing… ...

Late fall and winter are the prime times for roses, as at this point in the year, they are dormant, giving the roots the perfect opportunity to grow and establish.

I have had several questions regarding pruning roses in preparation for winter. The recommendation is don’t prune them until next spring.

A rose collects the early morning watering at Manito Park. Preparing roses for winter is an important process to continue vibrant blooms for the next season. (Brian Plonka / The Spokesman-Review) ...

Prep your perennials Before the ground freezes, water your perennials to lock in moisture for the winter. If you didn’t already clear out dead foliage from these long-hauling garden dwellers, now is ...

Prepare your wildlife garden for winter Preparing a wildlife garden for the winter months is a bit different than putting other gardens to bed.