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The practice of weighting down or otherwise securing the ends of canes (usually roses) to the ground so that the plant grows horizontally. A small clay pot, stone, or other heavy object can be used to hold the canes down.
Pegging can convert plants into vase-shaped or fountain-like shrubs; where the cane is in contact with the soil, rooting may occur, thus eventually creating a second plant to form.
A very effective way to increase flower production on Bonbon & Hybrid Perpetual roses that send up long shoots with oily flowers on the end. It is a time consuming method but well worth the display. This is generally done in the fall. Instead of pruning, spread the runners and fasten to the soil with wire loops. Basically you are training the plant horizontally.
