Plum blossom pruning time and method, how to treat the wounds after plum blossom pruning

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1. Pruning time

2. Pruning method

3. Wound treatment

Plum blossoms are mostly pruned from March to May in spring. This is the stage when the plant's branches and leaves are growing. Pruning can control its shape and promote branch growth. Because it has strong germination, there are often many new shoots, and some need to be wiped out appropriately to reduce nutrient consumption. New branches should be shortened appropriately to promote new growth. Branches that are too dense should be thinned out to increase ventilation and light transmission. Spray carbendazim after pruning and pay attention to ventilation.

1. Pruning time

The time for plum blossom pruning is mostly chosen in spring, usually around March to May. Since the plant blooms first and then grows leaves, this is the time to grow leaves. Appropriate pruning can control the shape of the plant, promote the growth of branches, reduce nutrient consumption, and also help to bloom in the second year.

2. Pruning method

1 , Wipe buds: Plum blossoms grow relatively quickly and have strong germination. They will soon grow many new buds. The growth of new buds requires nutrients. If there are too many buds, they will compete with each other for nutrients, resulting in None of them will grow, so they need to be budded. Generally, buds are left according to the strength of the branches. Strong branches can be left with more buds, while weak branches are not left.

2. Short cuts: For annual branches of plum blossoms, they are often Use short pruning methods. This can promote the growth of new shoots and make the plant grow more lush. In addition, it can also accumulate some nutrients to help the plants bloom.

3. Thinning branches: If the plum blossoms grow too lush and the branches and leaves block each other, this will affect the internal ventilation and light transmission, which is not conducive to the development of the plant and may also cause diseases and insect pests. At this time, it is necessary to thin out the branches and remove some of the dense branches, cross branches and overlapping branches to allow sunlight to shine inside, which is very helpful for its health.

3. Wound treatment

In After pruning plum blossoms, wounds usually remain, which may lead to infection if left untreated. It is usually necessary to spray carbendazim on it, place it in a cool and ventilated place, and wait for the wound to dry quickly. This can prevent bacteria from causing damage to it.

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