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Originally Posted by Uptown Girl
It won't hurt at all to wait, Barefoot. Pruning knockouts is more for esthetics and to keep the plants in bounds.
Knockouts are Rugosa roses. Hardier than a fancy hybrid, but often unpredictable and ganglier as they grow.
Take a look for branches that are crossed or rubbing and prune those. Prune anything broken or dead and you can leave the rest and enjoy your flowers.
It is just EASIER to prune if the plants aren't in full leaf or flower, as you can see clearly to prune.
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Thanks UPtownGirl. I've never fertilized my roses and I just hack at them in passing if I think of it. Of course, sometimes I sing to them. They are enormously forgiving and seem to tolerate bad gardeners. I think it's time I give them some TLC.
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