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Pruning guide · Annual
Purple bell vine: when and how to prune
Rhodochiton atrosanguineus
Purple bell vine is best pruned in March.
| Pruning months | March |
|---|---|
| Flowering | July–October |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Purple bell vine: when to prune it?
It is hardly pruned; cut overwintered plants back in March.
What else to prune in those months? March
Purple bell vine: how to prune it?
- Pinch out the shoot tips of young plants for more branching.
- In summer, remove dead or weak shoots right at the base.
- Cut overwintered plants back to 20–30 cm in March.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March.
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: Purple bell vine · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.