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Pruning guide · Perennial
Yellow oxeye: when and how to prune
Buphthalmum salicifolium
Yellow oxeye is best pruned in March and July–August.
| Pruning months | March and July–August |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Yellow oxeye: when to prune it?
In July–August, remove faded flowers; cut the dead stems down in March.
Yellow oxeye: how to prune it?
- Regularly cut faded flowers back to a leaf or side bud.
- Leave the dead stems standing over winter as shelter for insects and cut them just above the ground in March.
- If you want it to self-seed a little, leave a few flowers at the end of summer.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and July–August. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Yellow oxeye flowers in June–August, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
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Plant profile: Yellow oxeye · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.