In Australia, the general advice is to prune roses in June or July, after they have finished flowering. It is now July the first, so the time is right. Right? It always worries me, too early, too late, what do I do? The danger is frost. Frost can damage the canes of recently pruned roses. See my last post! We had frost! The weather here is so unpredictable. I’m hoping that the weather people have got it right when they said the frosts should ease of in our area for the next few weeks. The poor old plants were looking very sad. I don’t need gloom in my garden, there’s enough in the world around me. So, they can just take their chances. Off with their heads and other plant body parts.
A few late bloomers protested by looking beautiful, on their way to Rose Heaven. Sorry, I’m not saving you lot. You’ve caused me enough pain with all those thorns. You must be incinerated along with all your friends. You had a nasty case of black spot. We’ll blame the weather for that too. I’m not altogether heartless. I did save a few of your more attractive friends for one last vase. I have to say, I’m a little embarrassed to post their picture. I hope you can all do better in spring time. I’m looking forward to another wonderful and long lasting display. That is if you survive till then. At least you’re not in danger from COVID. Be happy with your lot in life.
For the record, the birds nest was empty.
AT PATHO 
Shouldn’t the birds nest be empty at the beginning of July? I don’t know. If I had any roses they’d be plastic and therefore aseasonal. Perhaps your birds are too.
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Good point re the bird’s nest, still I was very hesitant, just in case. We live on a flight path. Lots of birds enjoying visiting Gunbower Island. They travel amazing distances. Lots will visit to rest or nest. For me the brolgas, are special. Their visits are few and far between. The Plains Wanderer has been known to pop in.
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