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Rhapsody in blue rose
I inherited one of these roses a few years ago. It wasn't really pruned before I got it, so has one large woody stem (about knee height) that then branches into two. It is very woody and looks almost like a standard rose. I know it's meant to be more bushy but worried how far down I can cut to make it fill out. If I cut down to where it branches, I'll end up with one thick piece of wood and nothing else. What should I do, as I don't want to lose it. Thanks
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Is there any chance of a photo ? We have several rose experts here who may well be able to advise, but a photo may be of help.
Give it a mulch of rotted manure or similar in the spring (keeping it away from the stems a little) and that should set it up for the summer.
I'd leave it another couple of weeks before pruning.
Billericay - Essex
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