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Pruning guide · Perennial
Wrinkleleaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa): when and how to prune
Solidago rugosa
Wrinkleleaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) is best pruned in March and May.
| Pruning months | March and May |
|---|---|
| Flowering | August–October |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Wrinkleleaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa): when to prune it?
In March cut back the old stems. If you like, at the end of May cut the shoots back by half for a lower, sturdier plant.
Wrinkleleaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa): how to prune it?
- In March cut all dead stems down to about 10 cm above the ground.
- For a lower plant, cut all shoots back by half at the end of May; flowering is then slightly later.
- Cut off spent plumes before they set seed, or leave them as winter decoration.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and May. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Wrinkleleaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) flowers in August–October, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
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Plant profile: Wrinkleleaf goldenrod (Solidago rugosa) · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.