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Pruning guide · Bulb or tuber
Aunt Eliza: when and how to prune
Crocosmia paniculata
Aunt Eliza is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | July–September |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Aunt Eliza: when to prune it?
In early spring, in March.
What else to prune in those months? March
Aunt Eliza: how to prune it?
- Cut last year’s dead leaves off low down before the new shoots appear.
- Cut faded stems in late summer, or leave the seed pods.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Aunt Eliza flowers in July–September, when it attracts bees.
Caution: Leave the old leaves in winter: they protect the corms from frost.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Aunt Eliza · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.