What are the three basic methods of fruit tree pruning?

The three basic methods of fruit tree pruning are short cutting, shrinking cutting and thinning cutting. After planting 1 year, some old branches of plants need to be cut off by short cutting. If there are many weak branches, bald branches and old branches on the fruit tree, these branches need to be cut off by pruning. The branches of the fruit trees are too dense, so they need thinning and pruning.

Three basic methods of fruit tree pruning

Short cutting means that when the plant grows to about 1 year, it is necessary to cut off some old branches and long branches when pruning the plant in the right season. When pruning, you can cut off the aging branches on the side branches and some old leaves to keep the strong branches. Cutting plants short can save nutrients for plants and help them grow better.

In the process of fruit tree pruning, the method of pruning is also used more. When pruning, thin single branches, bald branches and aging branches on fruit trees will be cut off, which is beneficial to plant growth. Pruning can make the plants grow better and the branches are strong. As long as they are properly maintained in the later stage, the quality and quantity of fruits can be guaranteed.

The third method of pruning fruit trees is thinning, which is mainly to cut off the dense branches and excessive branches of fruit trees. After the dense branches are cut off, the growth space of branches becomes larger, which can avoid heavy branches and cross branches and is beneficial to the growth of branches and leaves. Flowers also need thinning. Cutting off dense flower buds can save nutrition and help plants bloom later.

In the process of fruit tree pruning, pruning tools should be disinfected with alcohol in advance, and the priorities should be clear when pruning. Try not to move the main branches and trim the side branches properly. After pruning the fruit trees, keep the environment ventilated and avoid the wound from contacting with water. A proper amount of plant ash can be applied to the wound, which can prevent the wound from being infected with bacteria and promote wound healing.