Pruning Climbing and Rambling Roses Climbing and rambling roses are among the most rewarding to grow. With support and a little guidance, they quickly cover walls, arches, and structures with leafy growth and repeat flowers throughout the season. To keep them flowering well and looking their best, an annual prune during dormancy is key. The aim is to guide the plant into a good structure, encourage fresh growth, and spread flowering along the stems rather than concentrating it at the top. Traini