Wind-rock is the biggest threat to your roses over winter

Roses are what I’d consider ‘old faithfuls’ in the garden – they’ll stick around for years, even decades, with the right care.

If you’ve just planted a rose for the first time, though, there’s one thing you’ll need to watch out for: wind-rock. In fact, even older, taller varieties are at risk of this common rose problem – and it can damage your plant long-term if you don’t nip it in the bud.

Here’s what wind-rock actually means for your roses, and the best ways to avoid it.

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