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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Fairy flax: when and how to prune
Linum catharticum
Fairy flax is best pruned in March and September.
| Pruning months | March and September |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Fairy flax: when to prune it?
Mow in September, after the seed has set, and if needed give one more short cut in March.
Fairy flax: how to prune it?
- Mow short and remove the cuttings after two or three days of drying.
- Rake out moss and thatch to create places for seeds to germinate.
- Keep the turf short in winter too, so the young plants get light.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and September. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Fairy flax · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.