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Pruning guide · Perennial
Blue-eyed Mary: when and how to prune
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Blue-eyed Mary is best pruned in June.
| Pruning months | June |
|---|---|
| Flowering | March–May |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Blue-eyed Mary: when to prune it?
It is hardly pruned. In June, after flowering, trim a mat that has grown too large or untidy.
What else to prune in those months? June
Blue-eyed Mary: how to prune it?
- Cut off faded flower sprays and tired foliage after flowering.
- Keep the edge in check by cutting away runners with a spade.
- Remove dead or damaged pieces from the carpet.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: June.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Blue-eyed Mary flowers in March–May, when it attracts bees.
Caution: It spreads fast by overground runners and can smother smaller, weaker plants: watch the edge and remove runners in good time.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Blue-eyed Mary · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.