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Pruning guide · Annual
Wallflower: when and how to prune
Erysimum cheiri
Wallflower is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | April–May |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
| Poisonous to people and pets | Yes, take care with children and pets |
Wallflower: when to prune it?
In July, when the young plants are about 15 cm tall, pinch them out. No other pruning is needed.
What else to prune in those months? July
Wallflower: how to prune it?
- Pinch or cut out the tip of each young plant, just above a few leaves: it branches out and becomes a bushy plant.
- Cut off spent flower clusters during flowering.
- No pruning is needed after flowering: plants are usually cleared in June.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Wallflower flowers in April–May, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
Caution: Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin and wash your hands after handling the plant: it is poisonous if eaten.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Wallflower · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.