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Pruning guide · Perennial
White wood aster: when and how to prune
Eurybia divaricata
White wood aster is best pruned in March and June.
| Pruning months | March and June |
|---|---|
| Flowering | August–October |
| Good for bees, butterflies and birds | Yes, for bees and butterflies |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
White wood aster: when to prune it?
Cut the old stems down in March, before the new shoots appear. Optionally, a light trim in early June.
White wood aster: how to prune it?
- Leave the stems standing in winter: they look good and insects overwinter in them.
- In March, cut all the old stems down to just above the ground.
- For a more compact plant that flops less, cut the stems back by a third in early June; it will then flower slightly later.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and June. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- White wood aster flowers in August–October, when it attracts bees and butterflies.
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Plant profile: White wood aster · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.