How to Prune a Newly Planted Shrub Rose* Pruning is essential if you really want your rose to thrive. English roses are naturally vigorous, and if left without pruning may become large and leggy shrubs. Now is a great time to prune in the UK. Here is Steve to show you how to prune a shrub rose that was planted last summer. To find out how to prune an established shrub rose, keep an eye out later in the month for our next tutorial. #DavidAustinRose *UK only | David Austin Roses