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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Creeping cinquefoil: when and how to prune
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Creeping cinquefoil is best pruned in September.
| Pruning months | September |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–September |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Creeping cinquefoil: when to prune it?
Mow in late September in a meadow or wild strip; runners can be shortened throughout the growing season.
What else to prune in those months? September
Creeping cinquefoil: how to prune it?
- Mow the meadow or wild strip and remove the cuttings.
- Cut or pull out runners that grow into borders or across paths.
- In a lawn, simply mow it with the rest.
- In a wild corner, leave some leaves and stems lying as shelter for small creatures.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: September.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
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Plant profile: Creeping cinquefoil · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.