The role of keel pruning

When keel flowers grow to a certain extent, they can be pruned and reshaped. No matter how high the keel grows, it has uniform branches at the bottom, so it is not easy to support it. It looks top-heavy and has many side branches and is lush and green.

Keel pruning time

Keel grows quickly, has strong adaptability to the environment, and its management requirements are not strict. You can leave branches or prune them according to your own wishes, but prune them every time Don't overdo it. It's best to wait until it grows to more than half a meter before trimming it.

How many times do keels need to be pruned?

There is no fixed time limit for pruning keel flowers. You can prune them at any time. Keel flowers like a warm environment, and it is best to prune them in spring 3 Prune in May. The plants will grow quickly in spring and new shoots will grow soon after pruning.

Keel pruning and propagation

Keel pruning and propagation are generally carried out in spring and autumn. The specific time is from May to June in spring and September in autumn. The survival rate is very high.

Keel trimming method

When the keel grows to 20-30 cm, you can top it and seal the wound immediately with plant ash. After it grows branches, keep the top part. 2-3 branches and trim off the rest.

When the second layer grows to 25-30 cm, top it again. After the branches have grown, choose three branches. When the keel plant height is 2 to 3 meters, there will be more branches. The head may easily become top-heavy and unstable, so it should be fixed in time with a frame.

Precautions for keel trimming

When trimming the keel, do not touch the flowing liquid, as it may cause discomfort, so it is best to wear gloves when trimming, in order to keep the keel alive. , pay attention to regular pruning, cut off old branches that are difficult to bloom, and also remove weak buds to promote the growth of terminal buds and produce more flowers.