Your roses may be producing their final flowers of the season, but what you do in the garden this fall could determine how well they perform next spring. Many gardeners assume that cutting everything back, adding fertilizer, and tidying up flower beds will give their roses a head start. Unfortunately, some of those well-intentioned chores can actually weaken rose bushes before winter arrives.
The good news is that proper fall rose care doesn’t have to involve expensive products or hours of additional work. According to Iowa State University, roses benefit from a seasonal approach that includes appropriate watering, disease prevention, and winter protection when necessary. Avoiding these seven common mistakes can help protect your plants and improve your chances of enjoying healthy, beautiful blooms next year.
