"Jeffrey L. Kline" <Klinej@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message
news:77xki.26046$C96.10247@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Hey John;
>
> I have several once blooming ramblers and I prune them much the same
> as Gail. In general, Old World roses bloom on last year's canes, so
> cutting out the older beat-up canes is a good idea, as it leaves the
> newer canes to produce flowers next year. As for when, anytime
> after the bloom cycle is good, but unlike modern roses, not in the
> spring, as it will reduce the blooming rate.
> How much can you prune? Well I've run over mine with a lawn mower
> and they've come back. On the other hand, Gail's approach seems
> more prudent.
>
> Good luck
>
> Jeff, Southeast Michigan, Zone 5
I'll have to try to lawnmower trick! I
hate to shovel prune weak roses and I
should. Maybe if I tell my husband
they're "weeds" when he's weed-
whacking...
Gail
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