Table of contents
- Annual thinning is sufficient
- Cut every few years
- spring best time
- Rejuvenation by radical cut
- Care after pruning
- Use the right tool
The Dog Rose (Rosa corymbifera) is very robust and floriferous. It conjures up a touch of romance and offers protection for birds. Even if it is easy to care for, you can't do without it.
Annual thinning is sufficient
The wild rose species are summarized under wild roses. They are very fast-growing and easy to care for and hardly need pruning. An annual thinning is completely sufficient for a dog rose. Regular pruning is not necessary. The flowers of these roses are always formed on two-year-old wood, not on this year's shoots, as is the case with other roses. A strong pruning every year would result in fewer flowers or, in the worst case, none at all. Therefore, thinning out is completely sufficient here and creates enough space for free development. But here, too, it is not easy to cut straight away. There are a few things to keep in mind with an annual clearing cut:
- Remove all inward growing shoots and branches
- Cut out all branches older than two years
- Completely remove diseased, dried up, lignified and bare branches
- Put the scissors there directly at the base
- do not cut this year's new shoots
- flowering there in the following year
- Cut back brown branches down to the green-white pith
- remove all other disturbing branches at the base
Tip:
However, diseased and dried branches should be removed regularly throughout the year. Blossoms no longer form on old wood, but it is susceptible to pests and a source of infection for diseases and only costs the dog rose a lot of strength. In addition, healthy branches can be used to propagate the roses.
Cut every few years
However, it is also advisable to cut back dog roses every two to three years. This ensures that the roses remain healthy for many years and delight with lush flowers. In addition, their sprawling growth can also be stopped in this way, as they would otherwise quickly crowd out other plants. But here, too, care must be taken when cutting. The best way to proceed is as follows:
- Never squeeze branches
- otherwise the penetration of pathogens is favored
- Avoid smooth cut surfaces
- Make the cut at a slight angle
- Prevention of rainwater deposit in wound and putrefaction, better wound healing
- Cut 5mm above the outward eye or new growth
- Always cut away from the eye
- Trim older branches down to the third, maximum fifth eye
- Only shorten shoots from the previous year by a third of the growth height
- completely remove dead and diseased wood
The wood can usually be disposed of in the compost. However, this does not apply to diseased and dry wood. In order to avoid the spread of diseases and thus the infestation of healthy dog roses, it should either be disposed of with the residual waste or, if possible, simply burned.
Tip:
As with a pruning of other types of roses, the same applies to the dog rose, always cut weak shoots more and only shorten all strong shoots a little.
spring best time
Although an annual clearing cut can be done all year round, this and the pruning should be done every two to three years in spring. This is the best time for it, the wounds can close quickly. As with all types of roses, the time during the forsythia bloom at the end of March is of course always dependent on the weather and is ideal for cutting the roses. In any case, care must be taken to ensure that no prolonged frost is to be expected. The days should be dry, frost-free and warm, shortly before budding begins.
A notice:
Shoots with rosehips in particular look very decorative in winter and, incidentally, they are also an important source of food for native birds during the cold season.
Rejuvenation by radical cut
Wild roses also need a radical pruning every four to five years. In this way, the rose bushes can be rejuvenated and ultimately a balding and reduction or even absence of flowering can be prevented. By the way, regular growth is stimulated. These wild roses are generally pruning-tolerant, but there are still a few things to keep in mind
- complete pruning by a quarter to half of the growth height
- Prune on frost-free days in late autumn
- ideal October to early December
- Position the scissors at a slight angle
- cut over sleeping eye facing outward
- Distance to this 5 mm
Care after pruning
After a successful pruning, the treatment of the resulting wounds must also be considered. This is the only way to prevent pathogens from penetrating the wound unhindered.
There are various options for treating larger wounds
- Apply wound sealant to wound with a brush or
- Cover the wound with dark foil
- Removal only after the wound has been closed
Use the right tool
When cutting roses of all kinds, including wild roses, only flawless tools should be used. In this way, the transmission of diseases and the penetration of pathogens into the wound can be prevented. It should be noted that before and after each cut
- thorough cleaning is carried out
- use warm water and washing-up liquid or soap
- then dry well
- Disinfect with high-proof alcohol (from the pharmacy).
- use sharp tools only
- sharpen if necessary
Tip:
It is best to use special rose scissors, sharp secateurs or hedge shears to trim a dog rose. A pair of sharp pruning shears is all you need to trim shrubs that are more than two years old.
In addition, you should also think about your own protection, because the spines of the dog roses are very hooked and strong. The branches are occupied all around. Unprotected, they can lead to injuries. In any case, long-sleeved and thick outerwear and trousers should be worn, and sturdy shoes anyway. Of course, gloves are always an advantage for pruning and other work.
garden editorial I write about everything that interests me in my garden.
Learn more about types of roses
18 historical roses with picture | Varieties of roses for the home garden
Creating a rose garden is not as easy as you might think. The gardener often only becomes aware of the variety of different flower colors on the market when the purchase decision is imminent. So that the selection does not have to be made spontaneously and that it takes into account both the appearance and the location requirements can be optimally adapted to the circumstances of his garden, he will find an overview of 18 historical ones here varieties of roses.
Moss rose (Rosa centifolia var. muscosa): care from A to Z
The moss rose (Rosa centifolia var. Muscosa) is a profusely flowering old rose variety that resulted from a bud mutation. The special thing about her is the green to brownish moss on the buds, sepals and flower stalks and their sweet, slightly resinous scent.
Making roses winter-proof: fleece, bark mulch & Co | Ideal time
Roses depend on good winter protection so that the royal blooms can be repeated next year. The focus is on specific precautions for the crown, trunk and roots, tailored to the respective rose type. This guide gives a practical explanation of when and how to best winterize your roses.
Create a rose bed: easy to care for with roses, perennials and stones
The rose is not considered the queen of flowers for nothing. Her beauty is simply incomparable. It goes without saying that under these conditions it belongs in every garden. Here you can learn how to properly plant a rose bed and properly care for the royal plants.
Tub roses: rose care in the pot | Repot roses properly
In the summer months, the balcony and terrace can be embellished with blooming roses, as these flowers can also be planted in tubs. However, due to the deep roots, there are some important factors to consider when choosing the planter, location, care and repotting.
Rose planting time: when is the best time to plant roses?
Roses have the potential to spark a passion for collecting. Each strain is different, be it flower shape or color. With these noble flowers, there is never a dull moment in the garden. When is the best time to plant new roses?
