Pruning in the young tree stage is mainly to shape plum trees and enlarge the crown of fruit trees, because the tree shape can make it look more beautiful. The crown enlargement is to receive sunlight in a larger area in the later stage, which is conducive to the accumulation of nutrients and make the fruits grow fuller. Pruning at the fruiting stage can ensure a bumper harvest year after year.

Pruning time of plum tree

Pruning plum trees can be done in summer and winter. Pruning in summer can adjust the growth direction of new shoots, control the excessive growth of branches, reduce the consumption of nutrients and promote the results. Pruning can be carried out in winter, and the most important thing for fruit trees is pruning in winter. Plum trees need pruning twice a year.

Pruning method of green plum tree

1, Prunus mume trees should erase too many new shoots in time, especially the buds that affect light transmission and the strong buds on the back of branches, which can reduce the consumption of nutrients and promote the growth of the remaining new shoots.

2. In order to control the excessive growth of plum blossom branches, the branches can be twisted 180 degrees from the base of 8 cm during the growth period from April to June, so as to transform them into temporary fruiting branches, improve the fruit setting rate and promote fruit development.

3. In the vigorous growth period of plum blossom, 6-8 buds can be left for pinching or cutting, so as to cultivate good fruiting branches, pinch off the top advantage and temporarily stop the growth of branches, so as to balance the tree potential and make the flower buds form faster.

Matters needing attention in pruning plum trees

Pruned plum trees need to be placed in a semi-shady environment with good ventilation, so that the wound can dry quickly. At the same time, in order to restore growth faster, we can supplement some nutrients, apply fertilizer appropriately and accelerate the recovery of growth. If it is in the period of high incidence of disease, we should also pay attention to spray prevention and control.