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Pruning guide · Perennial
Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa): when and how to prune
Anemone tomentosa
Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa) is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | August–October |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
| Poisonous to people and pets | Yes, take care with children and pets |
Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa): when to prune it?
Cut the old stems down to the ground in March, before the new leaves appear. Leave them over winter for the seed heads and as shelter for insects.
What else to prune in those months? March
Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa): how to prune it?
- Cut nothing in summer or autumn: it flowers on into October.
- In March, cut all old stems back to just above the ground.
- Wear gloves: the sap can irritate the skin.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa) flowers in August–October, when it attracts bees.
- If you only cut back in March, the old stems stand through the winter: insects overwinter in them and birds eat the seeds.
Caution: Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa) is poisonous: wear gloves and keep clippings away from children, pets and livestock.
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Plant profile: Grape-leaf anemone (Anemone tomentosa) · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.