Can I Divide a Rose Bush to Make Two Plants?

No. Modern roses are budded onto rootstock (usually Dr. Huey). The top variety and rootstock are different plants. Dividing kills both.

Instead: Take Cuttings

Root 6–8″ semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. They’ll grow into clones of your pink rose. Guide: RainySide Cuttings.

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