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Pruning guide · Annual
Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria): when and how to prune
Coreopsis tinctoria
Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) is best pruned in July–August.
| Pruning months | July–August |
|---|---|
| Flowering | July–September |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria): when to prune it?
During flowering, in July–August.
Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria): how to prune it?
- Regularly cut off faded flowers, down to the next bud.
- After a first flush you can cut the plant back by a third for a second display.
- In September let the last flowers go to seed if you want to collect seed.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July–August.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) flowers in July–September, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
Caution: Do not cut everything back at once in a dry spell: the plant struggles to recover.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Plains coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.