First, the pruning time

The best time to prune plum blossoms after flowering is within 3-4 weeks after flowering. At this time, the growth potential of plum blossom is stable and suitable for pruning. If pruned too early, it will affect the growth and flowering of plum blossoms; If pruning is too late, it will affect the formation of flower buds in the next year.

Second, pruning tools

Pruning plum blossoms after flowering requires the use of sharp scissors to avoid damaging plum blossoms. Commonly used pruning tools are hand scissors, pruning knives and so on. Hand shears are suitable for pruning branches with diameters less than 1 cm, and pruning knives are suitable for pruning branches with diameters greater than 1 cm. Before using tools, clean and disinfect them to prevent the spread of germs.

Third, pruning method

1. Remove dead branches

The first step of pruning plum blossoms after flowering is to remove dead branches. Dead branches will affect the growth and flowering of plum blossoms, which is easy to breed germs and cause diseases. So cut off the dead branches with scissors. If the branches are long, they can be sawed off with a saw and then trimmed with scissors.

2. Chop the side branches

The growth mode of plum blossom is that short branches grow on perennial branches, and new buds and new short branches grow on short branches. Therefore, it is necessary to select some short branches for pruning to promote the growth and flowering of plum blossoms. The specific method is to select the luxuriant short branches and cut them to 2-3 buds with scissors. This can stimulate the growth of new short branches and promote the growth and flowering of plum blossoms.

Cut off the trunk

The trunk of plum blossom is the supporting structure of flowers, and it is also an extremely important part of plum blossom growth. If the trunk is too thick, it will affect the growth and flowering of plum blossoms. Therefore, it is necessary to cut down the trunk properly. The specific method is to select some lateral branches on the trunk and cut them to 2-3 bud holes. This can stimulate the growth of new short branches and promote the growth and flowering of plum blossoms.

Prune trees

The tree shape of plum blossom is also part of its ornamental value. Therefore, it is very necessary to prune trees properly according to personal preference. The specific method is to trim irregular branches with scissors to make plum trees more beautiful.

Fourth, matters needing attention

1. Avoid excessive pruning.

Excessive pruning will affect the growth and flowering of plum blossoms, so avoid excessive pruning. Generally speaking, the pruning amount should not exceed 1/3 of the total branch length.

Pay attention to hygiene

Pruning tools should be cleaned and disinfected frequently to prevent the spread of germs. Pruned branches should be cleaned in time to avoid breeding germs.

Avoid pruning in rainy days.

Plum leaves are wet in rainy days and are easy to breed germs. So avoid pruning plum blossoms in rainy days.

4. Pay attention to the trimming direction

The edges of scissors should be outward and cut smoothly to avoid hurting plum blossoms. Pay attention to keep the incision flat when trimming.

In a word, pruning after flowering is an indispensable link in plum blossom cultivation. Correct pruning methods can promote the growth and flowering of plum blossoms and improve the ornamental value of flowers. I hope that the plum blossom pruning skills introduced in this article can help gardeners to take care of plum blossoms better.