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Pruning guide · Perennial
Menzies' burnet (Sanguisorba menziesii): when and how to prune
Sanguisorba menziesii
Menzies' burnet (Sanguisorba menziesii) is best pruned in March and July.
| Pruning months | March and July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | May–July |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Menzies' burnet (Sanguisorba menziesii): when to prune it?
In March before the new shoots; in July for the spent flower spikes.
Menzies' burnet (Sanguisorba menziesii): how to prune it?
- In March, cut dead stems and old foliage back to just above the ground.
- In July, cut the spent flower spikes down to the foliage.
- Use sharp secateurs and clear away the clippings.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and July. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Menzies' burnet (Sanguisorba menziesii) flowers in May–July, when it attracts bees.
- 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
- Burnet (Sanguisorba tenuifolia)
- Canadian burnet (Sanguisorba canadensis)
- Great burnet
- Japanese burnet (Sanguisorba obtusa)
- Salad burnet
Plant profile: Menzies' burnet (Sanguisorba menziesii) · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.