How to prune lemons in spring

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1. Prune dead branches

2. Prune diseased branches

3. Prune leggy branches

4. Prune other branches

5. Things to note

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When pruning lemons in spring, you need to cut off branches that are dry. Infected branches should be cut clean, collected and burned. Leggy branches should be shortened, but not too severely. There are also some strong branches, which should be pruned to retain 4 or 5 bud points, and weak branches should be pruned to retain 2 or 3 bud points.

1. Prune dead branches

1. Prune dead branches

After entering spring, lemon trees need to be properly pruned. First of all, the dry branches must be cut off. On the one hand, it is to promote the germination of new branches; on the other hand, it is In order to reduce the loss of nutrients.

2. Prune diseased branches

If the branches have been infested by pests and diseases, there will be many germs on them, so they should be pruned as soon as possible. After pruning, diseased branches should be collected and burned to prevent the germs from infecting the plants again.

3. Prune leggy branches

Some branches will grow longer due to excess nutrients. Such branches should be shortened. Pruning should be carried out according to the length of the branches and should not be cut excessively.

4. Prune other branches

Stronger branches should be pruned weakly, leaving only four or five full buds. Weakly growing branches should be pruned hard, usually leaving two or three buds, so that the branches can grow stronger.

5. Precautions

Yes If conditions permit, it is best to disinfect the cut area after pruning. If not treated, it is likely to cause some diseases.

2. Prune diseased branches

3. Prune leggy branches

4. Prune other branches

5. Things to note

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