Leaf-apple is a common garden plant with ornamental and economic value, capable of enhancing the beauty and ecological environment of a courtyard. However, without regular pruning, it will affect its growth and aesthetic appeal. Mastering the pruning methods for leaf-apple is very important.
Clarify the pruning purpose
Before pruning the leaf-apple, you must first clarify your pruning purpose, such as to control the plant's size and shape, or to promote plant growth and flowering. Only by clarifying the pruning purpose can effective pruning be carried out.
Choose the right time
The most suitable time for pruning leaf-apple is in spring and autumn, when the plant is in a dormant period or the early growth period, which can reduce damage to the plant. At the same time, pay attention to the weather conditions before pruning, and do not prune on rainy days or in high-temperature weather.
Eliminate pests and diseases
Before pruning the leaf-apple, the plant needs to be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to remove pests and diseases, preventing them from affecting the pruned plant.
Principles of pruning
The pruning principle for leaf-apple is "thin the top while keeping the middle branches," which means thinning the branches at the top of the canopy and retaining the branches in the middle and lower parts, allowing the plant to maintain a natural shape and beauty. When pruning, follow the principles of "refined, graded, directional, and short-branch pruning."
Overall pruning
Overall pruning of the leaf-apple can maintain the plant's good growth condition and shape, including pruning the main trunk, branches, and twigs. This method is suitable for old trees that have not been pruned for a long time and can promote plant growth and aesthetic shape.
Local pruning
Local pruning is the pruning of a specific part of the leaf-apple, such as branches or inflorescences. This method is suitable for situations where the plant has local defects or an unreasonable overall shape, making the plant more beautiful and healthy.
Remove unwanted branches
Unwanted branches on a leaf-apple will affect the growth and shape of the entire plant, so they need to be pruned appropriately. When pruning, be careful not to damage the main trunk and important branches.
Pruning branches
Branches are an important part of leaf-apple growth. Pruning branches can control the size and shape of the plant, promoting growth and flowering. When pruning branches, pay attention to retaining the main branches and buds to avoid damaging the plant.
Short-branch pruning
Short-branch pruning involves appropriately cutting overly long branches to keep their length within a suitable range, making the plant healthier and more beautiful. When performing short-branch pruning, note that the cutting point should be above the bud to avoid affecting its growth.
Shaping pruning
Shaping pruning is a method used when the overall shape of the leaf-apple is unreasonable, making the plant more beautiful and healthy. When performing shaping pruning, pay attention to retaining the main branches and buds to avoid excessive damage to the plant.
Prune moderately
When pruning leaf-apple, prune moderately, avoiding cutting off too many branches and shoots at once, which will affect the plant's growth and beauty. At the same time, pay attention to the frequency of pruning, which should not be too frequent.
Clean up pruning waste in time
When pruning leaf-apple, a large amount of pruning waste will be produced, which will affect the hygiene and beauty of the courtyard environment. After pruning, clean up the pruning waste in time to keep the courtyard tidy and beautiful.
Pay attention to the selection and maintenance of pruning tools
Pruning leaf-apple requires various tools, such as scissors, saws, etc. Pay attention to choosing high-quality tools and performing regular maintenance and cleaning to avoid damaging the plant.
Use pruning techniques reasonably
When pruning leaf-apple, you can use some pruning techniques, such as "topping" and "heading back." These techniques can make the plant more beautiful and healthy, but pay attention to following the correct methods and principles when using them.
Leaf-apple is a common garden plant. Regular pruning can make the plant more beautiful and healthy, enhancing the beauty and ecological environment of the courtyard. When pruning, pay attention to choosing the right time and tools, following the correct pruning principles and techniques, and maintaining the plant's growth condition and aesthetic shape.