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Pruning guide · Annual
Wishbone flower: when and how to prune
Torenia fournieri
Wishbone flower is best pruned in July.
| Pruning months | July |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–September |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Wishbone flower: when to prune it?
It is not really pruned: pinch out young plants in May and cut back long, bare shoots in July.
What else to prune in those months? July
Wishbone flower: how to prune it?
- In May, pinch out the tip of young plants above the third or fourth pair of leaves.
- In July, cut long, bare shoots back by a third; they regrow within a few weeks and flower again.
- Remove dried or damaged stems and leaves.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: July.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Don’t cut more than you need to: what stays standing gives insects and birds food and shelter.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Wishbone flower · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.