Its almost rose pruning time in New Zealand so its time to think about pruning yours – roses are usually pruned between late June and mid August depending on where you live.
Despite what is often said or written about rose pruning being difficult, it is actually very easy provided a few basic principles are followed. If you are not sure on what to do with your roses, one of the best ways to learn is to attend a pruning demonstration that many rose societies hold around the country. In a friendly, relaxed environment, you can learn what to do from local rose experts – they are only to happy to share their knowledge and experiences, and answer any questions.
Check back here or see our Facebook page as more details become available on pruning demonstrations. Contact Hayden Foulds if you have any questions or wish to be put in touch with your local rose society who can help.
Updated July 5th 2015
Bay of Plenty: Sunday 19 July at 1.30pm. Venue: Palmers Garden Centre, Bethlehem, Tauranga.
2 August 2015. Hands on rose pruning at the home of Rose Henderson, 185 Boucher Avenue, Te Puke then on to Judy Webber, 5 Hayward Court, Te Puke at 1.30 pm. Any queries contact secretary, Fern Twidle phone 07 575 2857
Feilding: Saturday 11th July at 10am. Venue – Woodfall Lodge, Cnr Bowen and Warwick Streets, Feilding, starting at 10.00am
Hastings: Saturday 11th July 1.30pm. Venue: home of Shirley and David Harington, 49 Ormond Road,Hastings
Otago: Saturday 18th July at 2pm. Venue: Information Centre, Dunedin Botanic Garden.
Southland: Saturday 25th July at 2pm. Venue: G & N Robertson’s home, 39 Vyner road, Otatara , Invercargill.
Wairarapa: Saturday 4th July between 11am and 12 noon. Venue: Queen Elizabeth Park, Masterton. If wet, will be held on the 11th July.
Westland: Saturday 19th July at 2pm. Venue: 67 Cowper St. Greymouth.