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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Tufted vetch: when and how to prune
Vicia cracca
Tufted vetch is best pruned in September.
| Pruning months | September |
|---|---|
| Flowering | June–August |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Tufted vetch: when to prune it?
In September, when most of the pods are ripe.
What else to prune in those months? September
Tufted vetch: how to prune it?
- Mow or cut the stems 5–10 cm above the ground.
- Leave the cuttings for a few days so the seeds can drop, then remove them.
- In a hedge the dead stems can stay; they rot down by themselves.
- If it smothers its neighbours in summer, feel free to cut it back; it will regrow.
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.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Tufted vetch · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.