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Pruning guide · Perennial
Creeping lilyturf (Liriope spicata): when and how to prune
Liriope spicata
Creeping lilyturf (Liriope spicata) is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | August–September |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Creeping lilyturf (Liriope spicata): when to prune it?
From late February to late March, before the new shoots appear.
What else to prune in those months? March
Creeping lilyturf (Liriope spicata): how to prune it?
- Cut the old leaves off just above the ground with hedge shears, or mow them with the mower on its highest setting.
- Remove the cut leaves straight away so the new shoots get light.
- Cut off runners that stray outside the intended area with a spade.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- If you only cut back in March, the old stems stand through the winter: insects overwinter in them and birds eat the seeds.
Caution: Do not cut too late: if the new shoots are already growing, you damage them along with the old leaves.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Creeping lilyturf (Liriope spicata) · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.