Management and pruning methods of peach trees at different stages

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1. Seedling stage

2. Growth period

3. Flowering period

4. Dormant period

Peach trees need to be provided with sufficient light and proper ventilation during the seedling stage, and watering should be frequent. When it grows to 25-30 cm, pinch it to control its size. During the growth period, water more often and fertilize frequently, prune off overly dense branches and leaves, and increase internal ventilation and light transmission. During the flowering period, water and fertilizer should be controlled to prevent flowers from falling. Water less during the dormant period, and it is not advisable to fertilize. Prune overly long branches to promote the growth of new branches in the second year.

1. Seedling stage

Peach trees in the seedling stage have weak disease resistance and need to be provided with sufficient light and appropriate ventilation to reduce the possibility of disease. At this time, it needs a lot of water, but it is also afraid of waterlogging. Water three times a day, but do not water too much each time to avoid flooding the roots and causing rot. Pruning is mainly based on topping, and the top buds are picked when they are 25-30 cm high to control the size of the plant.

2. Growth Period

From the time a peach tree sprouts to when its leaves fall, it is its growth period. At this time, it has a great demand for water and nutrients, and it also needs to be given a long period of light. This will allow it to grow more robustly and facilitate flowering and fruiting. Pruning during the growing season can be more extensive, cutting off overly dense branches and leaves to increase internal ventilation and light transmission. Also prune dead and weak branches to reduce waste of nutrients.

3. Flowering Period

The flowering period is included in the growing period, but is different from other times. Before blooming, water should be properly controlled to promote the blooming of flowers. Stop fertilizing after flowering, otherwise it will burn the roots, cause flowers to fall, and affect fruit yield. After the flowers have fallen behind, fertilizer should be added in time to supplement nutrients for fruit growth. Basically no pruning is required during the flowering period, but the remaining flowers should be picked after flowering to reduce nutrient consumption.

4. Dormant Period

After the peach tree loses its leaves, it enters the dormant period, and its growth basically stops at this time. Water less and do not fertilize. Pruning is required during the dormant period and the branches should be cut shorter to help encourage new branches next year.

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