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Pruning guide · Perennial
Rose campion: when and how to prune
Silene coronaria
Rose campion is best pruned in March and August.
| Pruning months | March and August |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Rose campion: when to prune it?
In August cut off spent stems, and in March clear old stems and dead leaves.
Rose campion: how to prune it?
- Cut spent flower stems back to just above the rosette or a side shoot.
- Leave a few seed heads if you want the plant to self-sow.
- In March cut all dead stems and brown leaves back to the new rosette.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and August. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Rose campion flowers in June–August, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
- If pruning falls during flowering, wait until it is over or leave part of the plant to flower, so bees and butterflies still benefit.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Rose campion · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.