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Pruning guide · Dwarf shrub
Dwarf willow: when and how to prune
Salix herbacea
Dwarf willow is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | May–July |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Dwarf willow: when to prune it?
Not needed; at most a little tidying in March.
What else to prune in those months? March
Dwarf willow: how to prune it?
- In March, cut out dead twigs.
- You can shorten twigs that grow over the edge of the trough and use them as cuttings.
- Do not prune any further: the plant grows very slowly.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Don’t cut more than you need to: what stays standing gives insects and birds food and shelter.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Dwarf willow · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.