Winter protection for roses
Hybrid roses, beautiful but sometimes intimidating, can bloom year after year with a little protection during the winter. Mound soil about a foot high around the base of the plant; place hardware cloth tight to the ground and wrap around the plant, filling with oak leaves or straw. This will help to protect from freezing temps and rabbits feasting on the plant. To help avoid desiccation, don’t prune back canes of the plant until spring.
Mary Kowalski
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