How to prune potted kumquat? 1. Pruning of potted kumquat in growing period
The pruning of potted kumquat during the growth period is mainly based on the shaping of plant stems and crown cultivation. In the first two years after planting, the main branches and some secondary branches should be cultivated, combined with the cultivation of lateral branches, so that the tree looks more compact and the branches are more lush. The main buds can be cultivated 3~4 times a year to form crowns as soon as possible. If there are pregnant buds, they should be removed in time.
Second, pruning of potted kumquat in fruiting period
In the fruiting period, besides proper cultivation and enrichment, it is also necessary to make the crown bear fruit. Let them grow new buds 2-3 times a year and branch them properly, so that the new buds will appear dense. Let kumquat trees form a dense crown as soon as possible. Pruning at this stage is mainly to wipe and control buds to reduce or prohibit the fruit from hanging on the upper part of the plant.
Thirdly, the pruning of potted kumquat when it matures.
In the whole fruiting period, in order to increase the ventilation and light transmission effect of potted kumquat, make the internal and external light more sufficient, and promote the fruit hanging around the plant, it is necessary to control the distribution and direction of branches in time. Mainly pruning dense branches and weak branches; Cutting upper leaves, outer leaves and inner leaves; Cut hard, not too hard.
Dead branches, pests and diseases branches and dense cross branches of kumquat must be pruned in time, otherwise pests and diseases will easily spread to new branches. Generally speaking, it is necessary to prune kumquat trees reasonably in different periods, otherwise kumquat trees will not only grow in white, but also fail to bear high-quality fruits. Want to know more about potted plant management methods, please pay attention to my answer.