First, the pruning method of gardenia
Although pruning seems trivial, gardenia will turn yellow or even wither if it is not pruned in time, so it is very important to master the pruning methods of gardenia.
1, spring and autumn pruning
Gardenia is easy to grow and flourish. Don't be reluctant to trim at this time. Proper pruning of gardenia can keep the beauty of plants. Generally speaking, it is most suitable to prune gardenia in spring and autumn, and the temperature and humidity at this time are most beneficial to the growth of gardenia.
2. Leave the three main branches
Gardenia can choose to leave three main branches in the transformation, and cut off all the side branches sprouting at the base of these three main branches at 15 cm, so that the side branches grow above the middle of the main branches, and cut off the root tillers sprouting at any time.
Step 3 cut off the fragile branches
Cut off weak branches and branches with bad direction. When the branches and leaves of gardenia are too lush, we need to cut off weak branches and branches with poor direction and unfavorable development. Remove the terminal buds that are too dense, and generally leave 2-3 buds on one branch.
Step 4 remove overgrown branches
How to prune gardenia that is growing too fast? Prune gardenias that are growing too vigorously from May to July. Pruning clustered gardenias at the top can control the height, promote the growth of lateral branches and increase the flowering amount. #p# Subtitle #e#
Step 5 pick off the buds
Generally speaking, it is enough to leave 2 ~ 3 buds on each thick branch, and leave 1 bud on the weak branch, or cut it all off, which can also promote gardenias to bloom more. This is the pruning method of gardenia, which is actually not so complicated, but there are also many precautions when pruning.
Second, the gardenia pruning precautions 1, pay attention to ventilation
Gardenia likes light and bears drought. It is best to put it in a bright and ventilated place on the balcony after pruning, and water it in time when it is dry, which is conducive to the recovery after pruning.
2, timely fertilization
After gardenia pruning, in order to make the next flowering more colorful, it is best to fertilize with nutrient solution, and some nutrient solution can be added every time you water it, so that the plants can grow better and flourish.
3. Sprinkle medicine to control pests and diseases
It should be noted that gardenias should be sprayed with fungicides after pruning. Spray chlorothalonil after each pruning to prevent germs from invading from the scissors, so as not to cause harm to gardenia.
Conclusion: Through the above introduction, I believe everyone knows how to prune gardenia and how to prune gardenia. I hope everyone can raise beautiful gardenias!