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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Rough chervil: when and how to prune
Chaerophyllum temulum
Rough chervil is best pruned in September.
| Pruning months | September |
|---|---|
| Flowering | May–July |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Rough chervil: when to prune it?
In September, once the seed has dropped. Some of the stems can stay standing until spring.
What else to prune in those months? September
Rough chervil: how to prune it?
- Mow or cut down the dead plants after the seed has fallen and take them away.
- Leave some of the dry stems standing as winter shelter for insects.
- If you want fewer seedlings, cut off the umbels soon after flowering, before the fruits ripen.
- Wear gloves and wash your hands afterwards.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: September.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
Caution: Do not feed the cuttings to rabbits, guinea pigs or other animals, and do not leave them in a field.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Rough chervil · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.