How to prune a fig tree

How to prune a fig tree

Fig trees can be pruned in the spring when frost occurs. In colder areas, they can also be pruned in the summer.

1. When pruning a fig tree, you need to keep some branches that grow well, and cut off some branches that grow poorly. If they grow too densely, you can properly comb out some of the denser branches to improve the overall ornamental value of the plant.

2. According to the law of survival of the fittest, first cut off the diseased, insect-infested, dead and bent branches from the base. This will not only reduce nutrient consumption, but also encourage the plant to sprout new branches, making the new branches grow thicker.

3. Although some branches grow healthily, we also need to thin them out. This can sprout new branches, facilitate the growth of flower buds and promote flowering of the plant. It can also increase the light transmittance of the plant and maintain a good plant shape.

Fig Tree Pruning Tips

1. When pruning fig trees, we should follow the principle of selecting the best and removing the worst. We should prune poorly growing branches in time and keep healthy and strong branches.

2. Fig trees need to have their weak branches pruned, which can not only promote the growth of new shoots, but also help old branches to grow again.

3. In order to make the new shoots grow vigorously, you can pinch the tops of the plants around mid-May to promote the differentiation of flower buds, which will make the plants bloom more.

4. In May, you can pinch off new branches and branches that are too high to promote flowering and fruiting.

Fig tree pruning precautions

Ring barking is generally used on young trees and is not recommended during the peak fruit-bearing period. After pruning, they should be placed in a well-ventilated, cool place and not exposed to the sun immediately.