Pruning of plum blossoms is usually carried out in winter and after flowering every year, and the pruned plum branches are cut off. Choosing branches that grow well and are free from pests and diseases is easier to take root. Prepare a clean substrate, insert it directly into the branches and wait for it to take root.

How to prune the branches and leaves of plum blossoms

When the plum blossom grows to a height of 50 cm, it is necessary to cut off the extra miscellaneous branches on it, and only 3-4 main branches need to be kept. After that, dead branches, old branches and long branches should be removed in time to reduce nutrient consumption and promote plant growth.

After the plum blossom withers, it is necessary to cut off the residual flowers, dead branches and weak branches, leave 2-3 full buds on the back branches for short cutting, and pay attention to the direction of the buds when cutting short.

Pruning skills of plum trees

Pruning of plum blossoms is relatively resistant. Generally speaking, the basic rule of plum blossom is to leave three main branches, and each main branch has three or four side branches. Pruning period of plum blossom is divided into winter pruning and post-flowering pruning, and the pruning aims are shaping and cultivating respectively.

Matters needing attention in pruning plums

When pruning plum blossoms, pay attention to the age of the plants. Generally speaking, young trees are suitable for light pruning, while adult trees should pay attention to balancing tree potential, maintaining tree shape, renewing trunk branches, renewing crown of old trees, removing old branches, paying attention to strong light pruning and weak heavy pruning.