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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Early crocus: when and how to prune
Crocus tommasinianus
Early crocus is best pruned in May.
| Pruning months | May |
|---|---|
| Flowering | February–March |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Early crocus: when to prune it?
No pruning is needed. Only mow the grass with the crocus leaves from late April to mid-May, once the leaves have yellowed.
What else to prune in those months? May
Early crocus: how to prune it?
- Leave the flowers after flowering: this lets the seed ripen.
- Only mow the lawn when the crocus leaves are yellow: they feed the corm for next year.
- In a border, do not cut off or knot the leaves; let them wither naturally.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: May.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Don’t cut more than you need to: what stays standing gives insects and birds food and shelter.
Caution: Mowing too early weakens the corms; after a few years the crocuses then disappear.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Early crocus · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.