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2016 Rose Pruning Demonstrations

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 us if you have any questions or wish to be put in touch with your local rose society who can help.

Check out the special edition on pruning put out by the New Zealand Gardener magazine which covers all aspects of NZGSPL-20160411-MEDpruning a wide variety of plants including roses. Order your copy here or find it on sale at bookshops, supermarkets and garden centres around New Zealand.
Bay of Plenty: The Bay of Plenty Rose Society are sponsoring a rose pruning demonstration in store at Mitre 10, 67 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke on Tuesday 16 August 2016  from 10.30 am to 11.30 am and again at 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm.
Another session will be held on Saturday 20 August 2016 from 10.30 am to 11.30 am.
Spot prizes for attendees.

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Comments

  1. Mishell Ivy-Rose says

    May 27, 2016 at 9:50 am

    Do we need to register our names for the rose demonstration? Auckland

    Reply
    • Hayden Foulds says

      June 1, 2016 at 10:21 pm

      No, just turn up will be fine.

      Reply
  2. Ana says

    June 19, 2016 at 8:09 pm

    Is there any pruning rose demonstration in Wellington? Please tell me the date/s, times and venues

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    • Hayden Foulds says

      June 19, 2016 at 8:33 pm

      Yes at the Botanic Gardens, see http://wellington.govt.nz/recreation/enjoy-the-outdoors/gardens/botanic-garden/events-calendar

      Reply
  3. Les says

    June 28, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    What pruning gear do you recommend.
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Hayden Foulds says

      June 29, 2016 at 10:02 pm

      You will need a good pair of secateurs, gloves to protect you from the thorns, a pair of loppers or a pruning saw for larger branches and a small wire brush to remove excess bark from the crown of your roses to encourage new growth from the bottom.

      Reply
  4. Anne says

    July 13, 2016 at 7:59 am

    Facebook post says there is a lower hutt demo of pruning tgis weekemd. When and where is this please.

    Reply
    • Hayden Foulds says

      July 14, 2016 at 8:17 pm

      Hi Anne

      There are pruning demonstrations on Saturday at Mitre 10 Mega Petone 11am and 1pm and on Sunday at Mitre 10 Mega Porirua 11am and 1pm

      Reply

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