Triangle plum is loved by gardening enthusiasts for its unique flower shape and rich flower color. However, if you want to produce more and more beautiful flowers, in addition to regular maintenance, the correct pinching and topping are also indispensable. This article will introduce in detail the pinching and topping method of the Triangle Plum to help your Triangle Plum be more blossoming.
1. Understand the importance of pinching the tip and hitting the top.
Pinching the tip of the top is to remove the apical bud or heart leaf of the plant to achieve the purpose of controlling the height of the plant, promoting branching, and increasing the differentiation of flower buds. For the triangular plum, timely pinching and topping can promote its plant shape to be fuller, the flowers to be more dense, and improve the ornamental value.
Second, the best time to pinch the tip and hit the top.
The pinching and topping of the triangular plum is generally carried out in spring, when the plant grows vigorously, which is conducive to wound healing and new branch germination. Avoid pinching and topping when it is high in summer or low in winter to avoid unnecessary damage to plants.
Third, the specific steps of pinching the tip and hitting the top.
Choose the right tool: Use clean, sharp scissors or a gardening knife to pinch the top to ensure that the incision is neat and reduces the risk of infection.
Determine the position of the pinch: Find the top of the main trunk or side branch of the triangle plum and determine the position that needs to be pinched. In general, pinch off the top 2-3 leaves.
Perform pinching: Use scissors or gardening knives to quickly and accurately cut off the apical bud or heart leaf, making sure the incision is smooth.
Treat the wound: Apply some fungicides such as plant ash or carbendazim to the wound after pinching the tip to prevent infection.
Fourth, the maintenance and management after pinching the tip and hitting the top.
Sufficient light: Triangle plum likes the sun, ensuring sufficient light is conducive to its photosynthesis and wound healing.
Watering moderately: Keep the soil moist but not too wet to avoid too much moisture that can lead to wound decay.
Proper fertilization: Avoid over-fertilizing for a week or two after pinching the tip to avoid damage to the plant. Fertilization can then be gradually resumed to provide sufficient nutrients for new shoots to grow.
Pest control: Regularly check the growth of the triangular plum, and take corresponding measures to prevent and control it in time once signs of pests and diseases are found.
Timely pruning: In addition to pinching the tip and topping, it can also be moderately pruned as needed to remove weak, diseased and irregular branches to maintain the beauty of the plant and promote healthy growth.
5. Summary and precautions.
Through the introduction of this article, I believe you have mastered the skills and precautions for pinching the tip of the triangular plum. The correct pinching of the tip of the top can not only make the triangle plum bloom more and more beautiful flowers, but also promote its healthy growth and improve the ornamental value. In practice, please make sure to use clean and sharp tools, choose the right time to pinch the top, and give proper maintenance management after pinching. In this way, your triangle plum is sure to thrive and add more color and fun to your life.