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Pruning guide · Ornamental grass
Bitter panicgrass: when and how to prune
Panicum amarum
Bitter panicgrass is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | August–October |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Bitter panicgrass: when to prune it?
In March, just before the new shoots start to grow.
What else to prune in those months? March
Bitter panicgrass: how to prune it?
- Cut all stems and leaves back to about 10–15 cm above the ground.
- Tie the clump together with string first: this makes clearing up easy.
- Wear gloves, as the leaf edges of grasses can be sharp.
- The cuttings can go on the compost heap.
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 in autumn: the old leaves protect the heart of the plant from wet and frost.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Bitter panicgrass · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.