Photography: Ling Xiaohua
First, the pruning time of Camptotheca acuminata
The pruning of Lingxiao is mainly carried out in spring. Before sprouting in spring, all the twigs, over-dense branches, overlapping branches, dead branches and old branches are cut off, and then the branches and vines are evenly distributed, so that the camphora can grow well in the growth period and the plant shape will be more beautiful.
Photo: Camptotheca acuminata on the roof.
Second, the pruning method of Camptotheca acuminata
1. When the camphor tree is pruned and remolded, the overall shape depends on the support it depends on.
If it is a Camphor tree planted against the wall, it needs to be manually pulled to the wall. When you start to grow, you can fix branches and vines with nails. With the growth, there is no need for artificial traction. At the initial stage of growth, the main vines should be evenly distributed, and don't leave too much. Generally, it is enough to keep 3-5 main vines. When the main vine grows to a certain height, it needs to be trimmed and left with side branches, so that the plastic surgery will be full and look better.
2. If it is potted, you can cut from the ground of 10cm in autumn, and then put it indoors for the winter. In summer, when new branches are cut off, more new branches and flowers can be produced. In addition, potted Camptotheca acuminata can also be tied with some shapes to make it more ornamental.
Photo: Camptotheca acuminata in full bloom.
Three. Matters needing attention in pruning Camptotheca acuminata
When pruning camphor trees, it is difficult to renew the old branches because of their climbing, so it is best to prune the old branches after they are completely aging. Then prune according to the climbing trend of the plants you need. After spring, branches will grow under the pruning place.