Roses are a popular flower in many gardens because they are beautiful. They bloom from summer to autumn.

Rose shrubs are great for wild gardens and borders. They have an open shape with flowers on the branches.

Roses come in many colors like white, yellow, and pink. Alan Titchmarsh says to do a simple task for more blooms.

Alan says to prune rose shrubs for them to be their best. Know the difference between dead and old stems when pruning.

Alan says dead stems have no living wood. Old stems have green, young ones on top.

Prune the rose shrub carefully.

Alan showed how to cut back a rose shrub with too many stems in a video.

He cut dead and old stems from his rose shrub. Old stems can be cut if they're cluttered and not growing.

Cutting shrub roses has different rules. Don't cut them down to knee height like bush roses.

Shrub roses are taller, so tip them back and thin them out. Cut flimsy branches and overcrowded areas.

Alan created a spaced framework for air to flow. This helps prevent mildew and blackspot.

After cutting, the rose should have strong stems. Feed it with blood, fish, and bone for summer.

Alan says to be cautious when pruning and take time.

Step back and look at the shape to see where it's still crowded.

Shrub roses thrive in fertile soil and full sun. Give them space to reach their full potential.