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Pruning guide · Perennial
Yellow archangel: when and how to prune
Lamium galeobdolon
Yellow archangel is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | April–June |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Yellow archangel: when to prune it?
In July, after flowering, cut the plant back. Remove runners that go too far whenever you see them.
What else to prune in those months? July
Yellow archangel: how to prune it?
- Cut spent stems and long runners back to about 10 cm.
- For large areas, shears or a mower on its highest setting work well.
- Chop back the edge of the mat with a spade in spring and late summer.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Yellow archangel flowers in April–June, when it attracts bees.
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
Caution: Do not dump clippings or pulled-up plants in woodland or on verges: pieces of stem will root.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Yellow archangel · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.