Tomato branching is a common management measure in the process of tomato planting, and its main purpose is to adjust plant growth and improve fruit quality and yield. Here's the right way to shoot tomatoes:
Choose the right time: Shoot the tomato plants when they have grown to a certain height (usually 60-80 cm). Premature pruning may affect plant growth, while late pruning may have reduced fruit quality and yield.
Prepare tools: Prepare a pair of scissors and a hand cover. Scissors are used to cut branches, and gloves are used to protect hands from injury.
Identify the branches that need to be branched: The branches that need to be branched are usually the side branches on the plant. On tomato plants, there are usually more than two branches, with the main branch being the only one that bears fruit, while the side branches do not.
How to prune: Hold the base of the branch with your hand, and then use scissors to cut it at the junction of the branch and the main branch. When cutting branches, care should be taken not to damage the main branches.
Management after pruning: After pruning, the plants need to be watered and fertilized to ensure the normal growth of the plants. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the control of pests and diseases.
It should be noted that the principle of leaving the strong and removing the weak should be followed when pruning, that is, the strong branches should be retained and the thin branches should be pruned. This ensures the efficiency of photosynthesis of the plant and improves the quality and yield of the fruit.