How to prune pepper trees? Pruning time and correct method

Pepper tree pruning time

It is generally more appropriate to prune pepper trees in the high temperature season, preferably from late July to early to mid-August. At this time, the first batch of fruits has been harvested, the temperature difference between day and night is not large, and the plants are in the dormant stage, so pruning at this time will have a better yield-increasing effect.

Pepper tree pruning methods and steps

When pruning a pepper tree, generally four large branches should be pruned. After entering the high temperature season, eight side branches will grow from the four large branches. At this time, the branches and leaves are relatively dense, which affects ventilation and light transmission, resulting in smaller fruits and fruit drop. The eight side branches need to be cut off to concentrate nutrients on the four large branches.

Tips for pruning pepper trees

1. When pruning pepper trees, you must pay attention to the pruning time. It must be done after the first crop of peppers are harvested, and the temperature difference between day and night should not be too large, otherwise it will affect the subsequent recovery and also affect future results.

2. When pruning pepper trees, you need to pay attention to the fact that the cuts must be smooth, and after pruning, you need to apply disinfectants in time to prevent the wounds from being infected by bacteria and affecting future growth and development.