To energize your struggling rose bush, begin by pulling back the rock mulch. Although some shrub types grow perfectly in rock ...

June might be the brightest month of the year, but it’s also a demanding one in the garden. The days are long, and the sun’s ...

Q: We planted two rose of Sharon shrubs in front of the two windows in the front yard. We wanted them for a privacy break, so to speak, but boy, they have grown really quickly. They are in full leaf ...

Q: Last week you helped us figure out which blooming shrub we have in the backyard and looking it up, we’re in complete agreement. Thank you! Now, I did mention that the winter jasmine, planted near ...

If you have a rosebush, one way to ensure it retains its beauty year after year is to prune it. Not only does pruning roses control the plant's shape and size, but removing dead, damaged, or diseased ...

Question: My roses have grown tall and need pruning. When is the best time and how much of each bush should I remove? Answer: Most gardeners choose the middle of February for major rose pruning. All ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - At Akin’s Nursery, the roses are already waking up — and that has gardeners rethinking their usual Valentine’s Day routine. “Valentine’s Day has always been the rule of thumb for ...

For shrub roses like Knock-outs, prune them back at least by one third each year. Most roses bloom on new growth, and if you aren't pruning, they don't put on as much new growth, leaving a large bush ...

Valentine’s Day brings roses to mind, and for gardeners, that’s a good thing. This holiday serves as a reminder that it’s time to prune many of the roses grown in Louisiana. Pruning between late ...

Pruning roses is an important part of proper maintenance. It encourages full, shapely bushes, increased vigor and more flowers. Major pruning is done twice a year. The first pruning of ...

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - Valentine’s Day is coming up. This time of year is a great reminder of the importance of maintenance for your roses. “This is is a great time to prune roses, from about ...