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Pruning guide · Fern
Eared lady fern: when and how to prune
Athyrium otophorum
Eared lady fern is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Eared lady fern: when to prune it?
In March, before the new fronds emerge. Otherwise no pruning is needed.
What else to prune in those months? March
Eared lady fern: how to prune it?
- Cut the old, withered fronds off at the base.
- Spare the young, coiled fronds in the centre.
- Damaged or scorched fronds can be cut off at the base in summer.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Don’t cut more than you need to: what stays standing gives insects and birds food and shelter.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Eared lady fern · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.