Useful reading

The following links provide an insight into the most basic reasons to pruning winter and deciduous plant species

Rose pruning methods: www.online-rosepruning.bravehost.com, www.we-do-rosepruning.wetpaint.com, www.gardeningwithkay.com

When to prune

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How to prune: www.online-rosepruning.bravehost.com, www.we-do-rosepruning.wetpaint.com, www.how2prune.com, www.gardeningwithkay.com

Treatment of rose bushes: www.online-rosepruning.bravehost.com