Should You Burlap Roses?

If your roses are growing in a fairly protected area out of harsh winds and extreme temperatures, wrapping with burlap or evergreen boughs will give sufficient winter protection. After the first hard frost of the fall, secure canes to their support and prune off long ends.

Should roses be wrapped in burlap?

To prevent wind damage, tie up the canes of hardy climbers. Wrap the canes and crowns of tender climbers with two layers of burlap, or lay each plant on its side in a trench and bury it completely.

Should I cover my roses in winter?

One of the ways to protect roses for the winter is to be sure they go completely dormant. ... The whole idea of winter protection is to keep the plant uniformly cold and frozen all winter and prevent the damaging effects of alternate freezing and thawing. Whatever method is chosen, don't begin covering plants too early.