<human>:  How do I properly prune a rose bush?
<bot>: To properly prune a rose bush, start by cutting out any dead, diseased, or damaged branches, aiming for the intersection of the stem and a healthy bud at a 45 degree angle. Then, if needed, cut away any crossing branches that rub against one another, as well as any shoots that are growing toward the center of the bush. From there, trim away any stems that are longer than the desired shape of the plant, and use hedge shears or lopping shears to shape the bush into the desired shape. Finally, dispose of all pruned material away from the bush to prevent the spread of any disease.