There are no flowers and very few leaves on rose bushes now, and that's all the more reason why winter is the best time to ...

In your journey through life, enjoy the cooler conditions as winter continues its path through January. In the landscape, ...

Finish the process by using a strop or a honing rod to polish the edge and remove the burr. This finishing touch is essential, as leaving the burr can make the knife seem sharp initially, but the edge ...

You are invited to attend the annual rose pruning workshop at the Coronado Library on Saturday, January 17, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. You will learn how and why ...

Dreaming of a fresh new backyard? January is the perfect time to get started. Here are some tips from two local garden ...

Pruning Lavender In Spring With Lavender Plant Care ! How To Prune Properly For Maximum Flowers Unlock the secrets to vibrant, flourishing lavender plants with our comprehensive guide to pruning ...

Why Do We Prune Roses? The real reason for pruning is to cut back the size and number of canes to produce the highest quality of blooms. A rose bush will come out of dormancy with a certain amount of ...

Q: When should I prune my rose bushes? They never really go completely dormant, in that they keep their leaves and occasionally bloom throughout the winter. A: Although roses sometimes don’t go ...

Q: I just read your column about a white-flowering bush. It reminded me of my question about white-flowering trees in the early spring along the highway. I am not referring to dogwood trees. These ...

The Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host its annual Rose Pruning Day, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 10 at Mission Historical Park, 502 E. Los Olivos St. A January tradition for decades ...