How to Prune Queen Elizabeth Roses

A popular addition for many landscaped yards is the rose bush. There are numerous varieties of rose bushes. Some species are simple and plain while others are elaborate and attractive. The Queen Elizabeth rose bush is an example of the latter and is widely known for its beauty and elegance. To achieve such an appeal the Queen Elizabeth rose bush must be pruned on a regular basis. Those unfamiliar with pruning may be intimidated by this particular species of rose bush as it can grow to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide. Nevertheless, if a few simple steps are followed, even the beginner gardener can learn to maintain the Queen Elizabeth rose bush, leaving it beautiful all year long.

Pair of shears
Bucket or small trash bag
Pair of leather gloves
Insect repellent (optional)
Hat (optional)

Instructions

- 1
  Gather your materials–shears, bucket or trash bag and leather gloves–and bring them out to the rose bush. Spray insect repellent on your body if you need it. A garden hat is ideal since the broad rim will shield your face from most of the sunlight.
- 2
  Grab a branch on the outside of the rose bush about 6 to 8 inches above the union. Generally, it is best to cut the branch above a dormant bud. This increases the chance that the prevailing branch will grow outward, however it doesn’t guarantee it.
- 3
  Locate a dormant bud that is facing outward away from the center of the rose bush. Take the shears and cut the branch at a 45-degree angle slightly above the dormant bud. Dispose of the cut branch in your bucket or trash bag.
- 4
  Repeat Step 3 with as many branches as you desire to prune. You should prune from the outside of the rose bush and continue working your way inward.
- 5
  Remove any dead branches that are aesthetically unappealing and prune all branches that are growing toward the center of the rose bush.

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