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Pruning guide · Annual
Globe candytuft: when and how to prune
Iberis umbellata
Globe candytuft is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Globe candytuft: when to prune it?
It hardly needs pruning. In July, after the first flush, you can cut off faded clusters for a second show.
What else to prune in those months? July
Globe candytuft: how to prune it?
- Cut off faded clusters just above a leaf or side shoot.
- Lightly shorten long, untidy stems; new flowering side shoots will follow.
- In August, leave a few clusters to set seed if you want to collect seed or let it self-sow.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Globe candytuft 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: Globe candytuft · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.