We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Climbing roses can be a stunning addition to your home, but only if you can keep them healthy and blooming — which isn't always the easiest ...

Prune rose of Sharon in late winter or early spring—this avoids disease and protects summer blooms. Pruning shapes the plant, improves airflow, and can rejuvenate older bushes if cut back heavily.

You should remove any dead, diseased or damaged rose growth any time of year, and aim to give your roses a proper pruning in early spring to promote healthy growth. A good reminder is to prune when ...

The last week of June is the time to set your flowers up for continued color by fertilizing and remembering to dead head and pinch back annuals such as petunias, geraniums and marigolds. A good rule ...