Which Roses Need Mulching
Before purchasing a rose, always check its hardiness range.
Due to their growth habit,climbing rosesare difficult to protect against the cold.
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High nitrogen produces shoots growth late in the season, which will succumb to the first frost.
Once the rose has gone dormant and has lost its leaves, do some light pruning.
Cut long canes back to a height between 18 and 24 inches.
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Finely shredded bark is ideal because it creates a thick layer without forming large clumps.
All of these materials serve as good protectors from the cold.
Build a mound of mulch 10 to 12 inches high around the canes.
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If so, remove all but a couple of inches of the mulch.
After about two weeks, remove the rest of the mulch when you see new growing tips.
The new growth is very fragile so be extra careful when removing mulch.
Winter Preparation for Roses.
New York Botanical Garden.
How to Overwinter Roses.
