Key Takeaways

After the first frost, stop pruning and fertilizing, clear debris, insulate the base, and give roses a final deep watering to prep for dormancy.

Keep roses protected all winter with mulch, minimal foot traffic, and added insulation like leaves, burlap, or rose cones.

For climbers, tie or lay down canes and cover them to guard against winter damage, then remove protection slowly as spring warms up.

As temperatures dip and the first frost hits your garden, it’s time to help roses settle in for a long winter. While roses are surprisingly hardy, taking a few simple steps after the first frost will ensure they return even stronger in the spring .

Rosarian Wes Harvell with Jackson & Perkins offers expert tips to help you protect your roses from frost damage and keep them h

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