Pruning rose bushes may be a challenging task to many gardeners, but it is actually very good for the plants. Though becoming an expert rose pruner takes time and practice, following some experts´ hints will keep us from killing a rose with bad pruning.
While there is a great deal of disagreement among rose experts regarding how and when to prune roses, it is generally accepted that it is better to make a good effort at pruning roses than to let them grow rampant. Pruning encourages new growth and blooming, it also removes dead wood, it helps improve air circulation and shapes the plant.

For the non-expert gardener following these Rose Pruning Basics will be of great help.