Pruning timing pruning method pruning precautions Forsythia suspensa (scientific name: Forsythia suspensa) is a common garden plant in my country. Because of its beautiful flowers, edible fruits, and easy maintenance, it is deeply loved by horticulture enthusiasts. If you want to make Forsythia suspensa grow healthier and more beautiful, pruning is an indispensable part. This article will introduce you in detail the pruning method of Forsythia suspensa and help you create an ideal tree shape. Pruning timing The pruning timing of forsythia japonica is mainly divided into the following stages: 1. Spring pruning: Pruning before new buds germinate in spring can promote the growth of new buds and improve the flowering effect.
2. Summer pruning: Summer pruning can cut off sick and weak branches, excessively dense branches, crossed branches, etc., keep the tree shape neat, and improve ventilation and light transmission.
3. Autumn pruning: Autumn pruning is mainly to prune long branches to avoid freezing damage in winter. pruning method 1. pruning: pruning refers to cutting off sick and weak branches, excessively dense branches, crossed branches, etc. in the crown to keep the tree shape clean. When pruning, the principle of "three firsts and three firsts" should be followed, that is, cutting branches first, and then pruning group; cut the upper part first, then the lower part; cut the outside first, and then the inside.
2. Shorting: Shorting refers to cutting branches short to stimulate them to produce new buds and promote crown expansion. When shortening, adjustments should be made according to the growth trend of the branches and tree shape needs, and generally 1/3 to 1/2 of the branch length are retained.
3. Pushing: Pushing refers to removing the top of the new tip to promote branch branching and increase the crown density. Pushing is generally carried out in summer, which can improve the ornamental effect of the crown.
4. Sticking buds: Sticking buds refers to wiping off the new buds in the crown to avoid excessive nutrient consumption and maintain the beautiful tree shape. Sticking buds is usually carried out in spring. Trimming precautions 1. Trimming tools: Use sharp and clean scissors or branch scissors when trimming false forsythia to avoid wound infection.
2. Trim angle: The trimming angle should be maintained at about 45°, which is conducive to wound healing.
3. Post-pruning treatment: After pruning, the wound should be disinfected and wiped with diluted copper sulfate solution or 75% alcohol.
4. Maintenance after pruning: Water and fertilize in time after pruning to keep the soil moist and promote the growth of new buds.
Mastering the pruning method of false forsythia trees will not only make your false forsythia trees grow healthier and more beautiful, but also improve its ornamental value. During the pruning process, please follow the above methods and precautions. I believe that your false forsythia trees will definitely shine with vitality.