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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Heath speedwell: when and how to prune
Veronica officinalis
Heath speedwell is best pruned in September.
| Pruning months | September |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Heath speedwell: when to prune it?
Not needed; if you like, cut off the faded spikes in September.
What else to prune in those months? September
Heath speedwell: how to prune it?
- You can leave the faded spikes standing: they self-seed and give shelter to small insects.
- For a tidy mat, cut the withered flower stems in September, just above the leaves.
- In heathland or poor grassland: mow every year or every other year in September and remove the cuttings.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: September.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
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Plant profile: Heath speedwell · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.