How to prune branches and leaves of eggplant to increase yield? Detailed explanation of the key points of eggplant pruning technology

The time for eggplant pruning is generally to start during the decay period after harvest, because many branches will wilt at this time, and these withered and aging branches need to be pruned off in time.

After pruning and regenerating old eggplant plants, you can fully utilize the soil fertility and light energy, solve the problems of field ventilation and light transmission, and make the eggplant plants branch quickly and grow vigorously, thereby increasing production and quantity and improving the economic benefits of planting.

How to prune eggplant branches and leaves

During the entire growth period of eggplant, it needs to be pruned about four or five times. Do not prune too much at one time, because some leaves can better photosynthesize to produce and transfer nutrients. The weaker ones need less pruning. Do not prune too much in the early stage of eggplant growth when it is still young. Pruning needs to be based on the variety of eggplant, fertilizer use and weather conditions.

Eggplant pruning precautions

Pay attention to leaves infected with pests and diseases, and remember to remove them in time to avoid affecting other leaves. Also, pay attention to some yellow leaves and cut them off, and pay attention to the reasons for the yellowing of the leaves. Also, pay attention to starting pruning from the bottom first, and the leaves in the middle and upper parts need to be retained first.