Your dwarf rose should definitely not be left without a cut. However, how much the individual plant should be pruned depends, among other things, on the variety and location of the plant, but also on its use.
How do you cut dwarf roses correctly?
When cutting dwarf roses, you should remove dry, frozen and over-aged branches in spring (bedding plants) or autumn (potted plants), shape the plant and thin it out. Use sharp and clean tools and carefully cut for the vase.
Can I cut my dwarf roses for the vase?
The dwarf rose does not have long stems, but can still be cut well for the vase. This should of course be adjusted in size. Only cut a few flower stems per plant so that the bushy appearance of your dwarf rose does not suffer.
Small plants should not have more than three or four flowers each. Miniature roses with relatively large flowers are known in England as patio roses. They are particularly pretty and versatile to use as decoration.
The annual pruning
The annual pruning of dwarf roses that remain in the bed over the winter should not be carried out until spring. This way, the remaining foliage can protect the plant from frost. If you bring your dwarf rose into winter quarters, then cut it back in autumn. This makes winter care easier for you and the plant requires less space.
Always only use clean and really sharp tools for your rose cutting (€21.00 on Amazon). This will prevent injuries to the plant and the transmission of pathogens. The dwarf rose is particularly susceptible to fungal infections.
First cut off dry, frozen and over-aged branches, then those that appear weak. Then give the plant an attractive shape and thin it out a little. During the flowering period, cut off wilted flowers to encourage the formation of new buds.
The most important tips for cutting dwarf roses:
- Pruning bedding plants in spring
- Cutting potted plants in autumn
- cut carefully for the vase
- use sharp and clean tools
Tip
Even if it doesn't have long stems, the dwarf rose looks very decorative in a matching vase.
