Branch pruning method
One is twisting branches, which are selected in the semi-lignified part of the vigorous upright shoots, and then twisted by hand, so that the xylem and phloem are damaged at the same time without breaking. Let the sprained new shoots droop or flatten naturally, and twist the tender shoots at a distance of 15 cm from the base to transform the long branches into fruiting branches.
The second is coring, which means removing the tender branch at the top of the growing branch, which can improve the nutrient distribution of the branch. The temporary suspension of the growth of cored branches can reduce the nutritional competition with adjacent branches, enrich branches and improve the plumpness of flower buds. When the tip is 20 cm long, the core can be removed. When the new tip grows to 30 cm, twist the tip.
The third kind is pulling branches, usually in May-June. At this time, branches are easy to open and settle. The angle of pulling the branches is about 80 degrees, so be careful not to pull them into the water. After the branches are opened, it can alleviate the tree potential and improve the overall lighting conditions, so as not to block the light of the lower branches and lead to baldness.
The fourth is pruning branches. Cutting off those branches that are not growing well can save some nutrients and supply trunk growth. After cutting off the overgrown branches, the permeability of the tree is also enhanced, which can better carry out photosynthesis, accumulate nutrients, make the tree grow longer, flourish and maintain a good shape.