How to prune Pteris fern? Pruning time and method

Pteris fern pruning time

Autumn is the best time to prune and repot the phoenix fern, because the plant has a stronger recovery ability at this time and can enter the growth state more quickly after pruning, causing less damage to the plant. If the temperature is suitable in spring, pruning can also be carried out.

Pteris fern pruning methods and steps

1. The growth rate of Phoenix fern is very fast during its peak growth period. The dense branches and leaves will weaken the growth of the plant and block the light and ventilation of the old branches and leaves below, which will easily cause the leaves to rot. Therefore, the Phoenix fern should be pruned in time during the period of rapid growth.

2. You can remove the dead, withered and yellow leaves of the phoenix fern, which can promote smooth ventilation between plants, avoid rot, and maintain the overall beauty of the plant. If you see dense branches and leaves, you can also thin them out and shorten the overgrown branches and leaves.

Precautions for pruning pteris fern

Before pruning the phoenix fern, it must be disinfected. The knives used and the wounds of the plant need to be disinfected to prevent the plant from being infected by bacteria. After pruning, maintenance and management must be strengthened, the number of watering should be reduced, and care should be taken not to let water drip on the wound. Move it to a semi-shaded, well-ventilated environment, and wait until it recovers to normal before maintaining it normally.