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How do I Prune My Roses?
This is a question we keep getting asked, so we thought we would put together a few hints with the hope that this might help you out. It may look like a recipe and in some ways it is, but here is what we suggest.
Pruning Guide
WRONG Cut too high above bud: may die back 
WRONG Cut at wrong angle to new bud - should be sloping away
CORRECT - cut angled correctly and close to new bud Pruning Summary
There are a lot of myths and apprehension attached to this pastime. The basic rules of rose pruning are really simple.
- Remove any diseased or spindly growth.
- Remove any branches that cross over other branches.
- Prune to buds - slightly above the bud at approx 45 degree angle sloping away from the bud so the cut finishes in line with bud.
- Aim for a well-shaped and open bush or shrub.
- Usually remove one quarter to one third of the last seasons growth.
- If you are trying to maintain the bush to a certain height then work on replacing old wood with new current season's growth.
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