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Pruning guide · Annual
Swan River daisy: when and how to prune
Brachyscome iberidifolia
Swan River daisy is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–September |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Swan River daisy: when to prune it?
Real pruning is not needed. After the first flush, usually in July, cut it back lightly for a fresh round of flowers.
What else to prune in those months? July
Swan River daisy: how to prune it?
- Cut the plant back by about a third with scissors, just above a leaf.
- Remove faded flowers regularly throughout the summer.
- Pinch out the tips of young plants once, so they become bushier.
- After cutting back, water and give a little liquid feed; it will flower again within two to three weeks.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Swan River daisy flowers in June–September, when it attracts bees.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Swan River daisy · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.