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Pruning guide · Annual
Moroccan toadflax: when and how to prune
Linaria maroccana
Moroccan toadflax is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Moroccan toadflax: when to prune it?
After the first flush, in late June or July.
What else to prune in those months? July
Moroccan toadflax: how to prune it?
- Cut the plants back by about half with scissors, just above a leaf.
- Then give a good watering.
- Remove spent and brown stems to keep the plant fresh.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Moroccan toadflax flowers in June–August, 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.
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Plant profile: Moroccan toadflax · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.