Green plum blossoms, also known as green plums, are traditional ornamental plants in our country, loved by people for their unique green flowers and elegant fragrance. Reasonable pruning is essential to maintain the beauty and health of green plum blossoms. This article will introduce the pruning methods of green plum blossoms in detail, helping you easily care for beautiful green plum blossoms.
Pruning timeThe pruning of green plum blossoms is generally done in spring and autumn. Spring pruning can promote the growth of new buds, while autumn pruning helps trees accumulate nutrients, preparing for blooming the following year.
Pruning toolsWhen pruning green plum blossoms, sharp and clean scissors or pruning shears should be used. The sharpness of the scissors directly affects the pruning effect and also reduces damage to the tree.
Pruning principles1. Retain main branches: When pruning, the main branches of the tree should be retained to maintain the overall shape of the tree.
2. Moderate pruning: Pruning should be moderate based on the tree's growth condition and ornamental needs, avoiding excessive pruning.
3. Principle of leaving space: When pruning, follow the principle of leaving space, that is, to retain some space to make the tree more beautiful.
Specific pruning methods1. Prune branches: Remove withered, diseased, intersecting, and inward-facing branches, and prune the branches moderately based on the shape and ornamental needs of the tree.
2. Prune flower buds: While pruning branches, pay attention to retaining flower buds to ensure blooming the following year.
3. Prune the crown: When pruning the crown, maintain the sense of layers of the tree to make it more beautiful.
Post-pruning care1. Clean up the pruning site: After pruning, promptly clean up the pruning site to prevent the occurrence of diseases and pests.
2. Fertilizing: After pruning, a moderate amount of fertilizer can be applied to supplement the nutrients needed for tree growth.
3. Watering: After pruning, keep the soil moist to promote the recovery of tree growth.
Pruning green plum blossoms is an important maintenance task. Reasonable pruning can ensure the beauty and health of green plum blossoms. Through the introduction of this article, it is believed that you have mastered the pruning methods of green plum blossoms. In the future maintenance process, I hope you can prune reasonably according to the growth condition and ornamental needs of green plum blossoms, allowing your green plum blossoms to bloom every year and become a beautiful landscape at home.
References:
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[2] Wang Wu, Zhao Liu. Discussion on Green Plum Blossom Pruning Techniques [J]. Garden Science and Technology, 2020, 37(4): 45-48.