How to prune dianthus and when to prune

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1. Pruning time

2. Pruning method

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Pruning dianthus is usually done during the growing season, after flowering and before winter. The purpose of pruning varies with the time. During the growing season, the top part of the plant is removed to control the height and promote the growth of side branches. Prune the remaining flowers after they bloom, and prune them as they fade to save nutrients as much as possible and help them recover as quickly as possible. It is also necessary to prune again before winter, and control the length of the branches to eight to nine centimeters.

1. Pruning time

1. Pruning time

Pruning dianthus is usually done during the growing season, after flowering and before winter. The time is different, the pruning methods and purposes are also different. However, please note that pruning tools must be disinfected to avoid infection.

2. Pruning method

1 . Topping treatment: When the dianthus seedlings grow to a certain height, they need to be topping, and the tops are trimmed off directly. This can control the height well, save a lot of nutrients, and promote the growth of side branches. In addition, during the germination stage, the branch buds under the armpits of the branches should be removed in time, which can also save a lot of nutrients.

2. Prune remaining flowers: Its flowering period is usually in May. Between October and June, pruning off the remaining flowers after they bloom can save nutrients and help them recover. The remaining flowers should be pruned as they fail, that is, those flowers that have failed to bloom should be cut off.

3. Re-pruning for winter: every year before winter Need to be pruned once. The specific time is between August and September, when pruning needs to be done again. Just control the length of the branches to eight to nine centimeters, and cut off most of the growing points. This will promote branch growth and allow the plant to take better shape. In addition, heavy pruning can also improve its cold resistance, which is beneficial to winter and flowering growth in the coming year.

2. Pruning method

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