Gold Branch and Jade Leaf Pruning
Gold Branch and Jade Leaf, as a star variety among succulents, boasts lush green leaves and twisted branches that are highly ornamental. Scientific pruning not only maintains the plant's healthy growth but also shapes a unique artistic form. Mastering the correct pruning methods for Gold Branch and Jade Leaf is a required course for every gardening enthusiast looking to create exquisite potted plants.
Key Points of Gold Branch and Jade Leaf Pruning
Optimal Pruning Time Selection
Mild pruning of Gold Branch and Jade Leaf can be carried out throughout the year, but severe pruning should be strictly controlled in spring (March to May). At this time, the daily average temperature is stable at 18-25°C, with ample sunlight, the plant enters a growth爆发 period, and new buds can sprout within 7-10 days after pruning. It is important to note that pruning during the high summer temperatures can easily lead to wound infections, while pruning during the dormant winter period can affect the plant's growth the following year.
Systematic Pruning Process
Techniques for Handling Sick and Weak Branches and Leaves
If yellow leaves are found, they should be pruned at a 45-degree angle from the base of the petiole, leaving a 2-3mm buffer zone from the main stem. For leaves infected with (T-J) disease or black spot disease,消毒 scissors should be used to cut 1cm outside the healthy tissue, and combined with spraying a carbendazim solution (1:800 ratio).
Solution for Pruning Runty Branches
For runty branches that exceed one-third of the overall canopy, pruning should be done 0.5cm above the branching point. Special shaping needs may require retaining specific-oriented runty branches, guiding their growth direction with aluminum wire to create a cliff or waterside shape.
Spring Shaping Pruning Techniques
During heavy pruning, retain 3-5 main branches, completely removing crossing, parallel, and whorled branches. Apply the principle of "removing straight and keeping curved" to stimulate the growth of lateral buds and form a natural弯曲 effect. Immediately apply wood ash to the cut after pruning to prevent sap loss.
Gold Branch and Jade Leaf Maintenance Synergy Strategy
After pruning, it is necessary to provide scattered light and keep the soil slightly moist. Apply a slow-release fertilizer containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (N-P-K=10-15-10) every 15 days to promote wound healing and new bud differentiation. When new branches reach 5cm, pinching should be done to continuously optimize the plant structure.
Through a scientific Gold Branch and Jade Leaf pruning system and refined maintenance management, not only can diseases and pests be effectively prevented, but ordinary potted plants can also be upgraded to valuable art pieces. It is recommended to implement differentiated management based on the age of the plant: for 1-3-year-old plants, focus on cultivating the main stem, while for plants over 3 years old, emphasize creating a cloud-like shape, making each branch a natural growth artwork.