I planted this in April, 2001. It was the first rose I planted in this garden on Manhattan's west side. I think it's a Mr. Lincoln, but it could be a red Simplicity. It's gone through the wars, as you can see.
I've been reluctant to shovel prune it for sentimental reasons. One option is to cut it way back, I mean way back, and see what happens next spring. Another is to cut it back and tuck it away some place in the back of the garden. The final, and probably best, solution is to dig it up, give that space to a new cool rose, and toss it out with only a few tears.
Suggestions?
David
