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Pruning guide · Herbaceous plant
Marsh ragwort: when and how to prune
Jacobaea aquatica
Marsh ragwort is best pruned in August–September.
| Pruning months | August–September |
|---|---|
| Flowering | July–September |
| Native to Belgium | Yes |
Marsh ragwort: when to prune it?
In August–September, after flowering.
Marsh ragwort: how to prune it?
- Mow or cut the spent stems and take them away, never for fodder or bedding.
- If you want seed, let a few plants ripen before mowing.
- Leave a strip standing for insects, but not next to a field with livestock.
- Wear gloves for the job.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: August–September.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- As a native plant, it feeds more insects than a non-native species.
Caution: Never use cuttings containing marsh ragwort as hay, silage or bedding for animals.
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Plant profile: Marsh ragwort · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.