Also, most pruning of climbing roses is done in early to midsummer after the spring/early summer bloom. How we train them is another difference between bush and climbing roses. By simply pruning them ...

Climbing roses serve a functional purpose while adding color, texture, and beauty to a landscape. Most types of rose bushes grow like shrubs, but these climbers can be trained to screen for privacy, ...

Training beautiful roses to climb up the front of your home lends a romantic, nostalgic feel and is a great way to add curb appeal. However, achieving the look you want is not always straightforward.

Question for Dan Gill: I have a climbing rose I'm attempting to train on a wrought iron fence. I need some advice on how and when to prune and the best way to train this rose. --Charlotte Webster ...

When most people think about growing roses, they think of bushes and shrubs. If you haven’t discovered the exceptional beauty and versatility of climbing roses, you’re in for a happy surprise. Roses ...

My roses have been wonderful this year. I take no ownership of this - after all, it is hardly a result of anything that I do or do not do, beyond basic pruning. No, the quality of this particular rose ...

Winter is a slow time for gardening but for climbing roses, it is a crucial season. While growth is slow and few plants are in bloom, the cold weather offers the perfect opportunity to prepare ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I need some advice on pruning a climbing rose trained on a wrought iron ...