Planting Knockout Roses Closer Than Recommended: Pruning Makes It Work

Planting Knockouts today, wants closer than 4-foot spacing. Asked if it hurts them.

Closer Is Fine with Pruning

4-foot spacing assumes no pruning. Hard spring pruning keeps Knockouts compact. Plant 3 feet or closer if you prune hard annually.

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