How to Prune harsh downy rose?
Keep single-flowering shrub roses lightly pruned, removing dead, diseased, crossing and weak growth. Thin a few old unproductive stems if crowded. Prune in late summer after flowering.
harsh downy rose · Pruning
harsh downy rose · Rosa tomentosa
Thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in a sunny position. May benefit from an organic mulch in late winter or early spring. See rose cultivation for more detailed advice
Watering: Deep watering, allow slight surface drying between wateringsSunlight: Full sunFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling