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Pruning guide · Ornamental grass
Korean feather reed grass: when and how to prune
Calamagrostis brachytricha
Korean feather reed grass is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | August–October |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Korean feather reed grass: when to prune it?
Cut back in March, before the new leaves appear; leave the plumes standing all winter.
What else to prune in those months? March
Korean feather reed grass: how to prune it?
- Tie the clump together with string and cut it off in one go with shears or secateurs, 10–15 cm above the ground.
- Do not leave it too late: if the new shoots are already tall, you will cut off their tips.
- Chop up the cut stems before adding them to the compost heap.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- If you only cut back in March, the old stems stand through the winter: insects overwinter in them and birds eat the seeds.
Caution: Do not cut back in autumn: the old clump protects the heart of the plant and gives insects shelter in winter.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Korean feather reed grass · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.