Question by Cay S: I would like to know the correct way to prune miniature roses?
How much to prune of last years growth, exactly WHERE to make the prune on the miniature rose.
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Answer by yepyep
I have had a great deal of success taking a pair of kitchen scissors and trimming the plant back. I found pruning shears were too heavy for the job.
Take the dead bloom in your hand and cut with the scissors where the stalk meets with some of the other branches.
Also, when the bush starts to become too tall and not full enough, cut it back, again, at a join in the branches so that it will grow in a different direction and shape.
If any of the branches start to look dead or the leaves start yellowing, I typically cut them off too. Remember that you do not want any of the dead leaves to stay in the pot because they may foster disease, so remove any of the clippings you have made.
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