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Pruning guide · Dwarf shrub
Bog bilberry: when and how to prune
Vaccinium uliginosum
Bog bilberry is best pruned in March–April.
| Pruning months | March–April |
|---|---|
| Flowering | May–June |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Bog bilberry: when to prune it?
In March–April, if needed.
Bog bilberry: how to prune it?
- No pruning needed; in a garden, at most remove dead or overlong twigs.
- On wet heath, grazing or mowing keeps the vegetation open.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: March–April.
- Grows best when left alone. Only remove dead, diseased or awkward branches.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
Common mistakes
- Pruning too much: it grows best when left alone.
Caution: Don’t cut back all the twigs: the flowers, and so the berries, come on last year’s twigs.
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Plant profile: Bog bilberry · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.