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Pruning guide · Perennial
Horned violet: when and how to prune
Viola cornuta
Horned violet is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | April–October |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Horned violet: when to prune it?
In July, when the plant gets long and floppy. During flowering, remove spent blooms regularly.
What else to prune in those months? July
Horned violet: how to prune it?
- Cut the whole plant back to a few centimetres above the ground.
- Then water and give a little compost.
- After a few weeks it regrows fresh and flowers again into autumn.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Horned violet flowers in April–October, when it attracts bees.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Horned violet · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.