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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Common fleabane: when and how to prune
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Common fleabane is best pruned in March and October.
| Pruning months | March and October |
|---|---|
| Flowering | July–September |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Common fleabane: when to prune it?
In the garden, remove the old stems in March; in a hay meadow, mow in October.
Common fleabane: how to prune it?
- Leave the spent stems standing in winter for insects and seed-eating birds.
- Cut them down to a few centimetres above the ground in March.
- In grassland: mow in October and remove the cuttings after a few days.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and October. 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: Common fleabane · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.