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Pruning Shrubs & Climbers When first faced with the task of pruning Shrubs and Climbers it can seem like quite a daunting and confusing task, but once you start to understand the growing characteristics of the different Shrubs you have growing within your gardens, it should become easier over time to understand how each one needs to be pruned and the reasons why. Some might simply need a light prune to remove spent flowers if necessary or to shape the plant, whereas others may need regular hard pruning to encourage new vigorous growth to keep the plant healthy. The timing for pruning also varies and depends on flowering time, variety and placement. To make it easier to gain an understanding of what Shrubs and Climbers require pruning and also when and how they should be pruned, they are divided into 13 different pruning groups. These 13 pruning groups are detailed below:   Group One

After Purchase Keep compost moist.Harden off any soft growth occurring in early spring.   Planting Make sure the rootball is thoroughly moist before planting.Keep approximately 12”(30cm) away from walls and fences; 2-3ft (60 – 90cm) from shrubs or trees.Dig a hole large enough for the rootball and manure, and deep enough to cover stem bases.Add well-rotted manure or garden compost plus a good handfull of bonemeal into the hole. Mix well with the soil at the base of the hole. If dry, fill the hole with water and allow to drain. MIX ALL RAW  INGREDIENTS WITH SOIL.Loosen roots if necessary and plant in hole so lowest leaf joint(s) will be buried.Backfill hole and gently firm taking care not to damage stem bases. Carefully remove ties and cane and tie stems to support.Water well, then regularly, as necessary throughout the growing season, particularly during periods of dry weather.Clematis benefit from a mulch of well-rotted

Every year Peter Beales attend the RHS Chelsea Flower show and are proud to have been awarded 28 gold medals at the event. Our newest roses bred by us are released each year at the Chelsea Flower Show, as well as creating breathtaking displays, showcasing some of our best loved varieties. By following the links below you can easily navigate through the years to see our award winning stands, a behind the scenes look of how they were created and also the roses that were released that year. RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022 (Gold Medal)

In 2002 we introduced the rose St Ethelburga at the request of The Worshipful Company of Gardeners and was launched by Jenny Agutter. It is named for the church of the same name in Bishopsgate London. Largely destroyed by a bomb, it is now restored and a Centre for Peace and Reconciliation.   Back to  RHS Chelsea Flower Show History

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Back to  RHS Chelsea Flower Show History

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Back to  RHS Chelsea Flower Show History  

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