Rhododendron pruning time and methods

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1. Pruning time

2. Pruning method

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It has strong vitality and can be pruned in all seasons. However, it is best to prune in spring to encourage it to grow more vigorously. Pay attention to the method when pruning. Prune dead flower buds after each flowering. This will increase the length of side branches, which is beneficial to the formation of the skeleton and flower shape. When diseased branches and dead branches are found, they should be cut off in time, otherwise it will affect the plant's absorption of nutrients. In addition, if there are thin but not withered branches, they should be tied up in time to help the weak branches grow.

1. Pruning time

1. Pruning time

It has strong vitality and can be pruned in all seasons. However, it is best to prune in spring to encourage it to grow more vigorously. In addition, cut off the branches and buds after the first wave of flowers bloom.

2. Pruning method

1 3. Cut off the flower buds: Prune the flower branches after each bloom so that more flowers can bloom next time. In addition, the dead flowers must be cut off so that the plant can better absorb nutrients, which is beneficial to the long side branches and the formation of the skeleton and flower shape.

2. Cut off dead branches: Dead branches are found during maintenance Branches and diseased branches should be pruned in time. If not pruned, it will affect the plant's ability to absorb nutrients. After pruning, ventilation and light transmission will be better, and the rhododendron will grow more beautiful.

3. Bundling weak branches: During the maintenance period, some branches will be very thin but not withered, mostly due to improper methods. At this time, you can tie the wires in time to create a shape, or you can tie them first. This can help the weak branches grow and the plant shape will be more beautiful.

2. Pruning method

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