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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Hairy tare: when and how to prune
Vicia hirsuta
Hairy tare is best pruned in August.
| Pruning months | August |
|---|---|
| Flowering | May–August |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Hairy tare: when to prune it?
Not needed; mow or clear in August, after the seed has set.
What else to prune in those months? August
Hairy tare: how to prune it?
- Only mow a verge or wildflower strip once most of the pods are ripe and dry.
- If you want it out of the vegetable plot, pull up the stems before they set seed.
- Leave the cuttings for a few days so the seed drops out, then remove them.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: August.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Hairy tare · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.