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Gertrude rising

HappyHendersHappyHenders Posts: 28
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Last winter I planted several new roses, including a beautiful Gertrude Jrkyll, which has been fantastic all summer. Over the last few weeks, two stems have shot into the air reaching about 6 feet in height. Should I cut them back now or wait until late autumn?

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  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 82,724

    Gertrude Jekyll can get to about six feet in height - is it in a position where you can let it have it's head and grow to it's potential?  It can also look fabulous  trained against a wall. 

    “I am not lost, for I know where I am. But however, where I am may be lost.” Winnie the Pooh







  • Fluffy CloudFluffy Cloud Posts: 200

    I've got my GJ trained along a fence. I find It gives a very good display. Fabulous display this year.

  • HappyHendersHappyHenders Posts: 28

    It's at the edge of a rose bed with no means of support but I suppose I could put an obelisk next to it. It has been beautiful in it's first full year and the scent is amazing. Thanks for your advice

  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 82,724

    That sounds a brilliant idea David - it would be such a shame to have to 'restrain' it.

    “I am not lost, for I know where I am. But however, where I am may be lost.” Winnie the Pooh







  • HappyHendersHappyHenders Posts: 28

    I agree. It is the loveliest of roses. I may consider moving it over winter to a sunny wall site. We'll have to see. 

    I'm new to the forum and it's nice to see such great and useful responses and conversations

  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 82,724

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    “I am not lost, for I know where I am. But however, where I am may be lost.” Winnie the Pooh







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