How to prune the white-flowered purple dew plant

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1. Early growth stage

2. Peak growing season

3. Winter dormancy

4. Root pruning in spring

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In the early stages of growth, P. alba needs topping to pinch off the top leaf buds to encourage the growth of other branches. In the season of vigorous growth, branches that are too dense and too long need to be pruned to reduce nutrient consumption and maintain good appearance. It will enter dormancy in winter, so cut off old branches, diseased branches, and weak branches. When repotting every spring, you can prune the roots and deal with rotten roots, diseased roots, old roots, and long roots.

1. Early growth stage

1. Early growth stage

In the early stage of growth, the plant is growing vigorously and the top is growing well. It is necessary to perform topping and pinch off the leaf buds at the top. , can promote the growth of other branches, prevent branches from becoming elongated, promote even distribution of nutrients, and promote lush and plump plants.

2. Peak growing season

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In the season of vigorous growth, it will grow very fast, and the branches will become too dense and long, and need to be pruned in time to make the branches grow less messy and reduce nutrient consumption. Maintain good aesthetics. The cut branches cannot be wasted and can be used as cuttings.

3. Winter dormancy

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In winter, it will enter a dormant state and its growth will begin to stagnate. It is very suitable for pruning. Old branches, diseased branches, and weak branches can be cut off, which can not only reduce nutrient consumption, but also provide ventilation and light transmission. The effect promotes better growth.

4. Root pruning in spring

After breeding for about a year, repotting will be carried out in the spring. First, cut off the rotten roots and diseased roots, and then cut the old and long roots short. If there are rotten parts, they need to be cleaned. Applying disinfectant and replanting it in a pot will also help its later growth.

2. Peak growing season

3. Winter dormancy

4. Root pruning in spring

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