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Pruning guide · Annual
Million bells: when and how to prune
Calibrachoa × hybrida
Million bells is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | May–October |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Million bells: when to prune it?
Real pruning is not needed. If the plant gets bare or untidy in summer, trim it in July.
What else to prune in those months? July
Million bells: how to prune it?
- Cut all stems back by a third.
- Then water and give a flowering-plant feed.
- After a few weeks it will be in full flower again.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
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: Million bells · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.