How to prune crabapple flowers

Begonia pruning branches and leaves

Begonias can be pruned in spring and autumn, when the temperature is more suitable. They will sprout quickly after pruning and have a higher survival rate.

First, do a good job of thinning the branches, prune away dense branches, crossed branches, overly long branches, and weak branches, and then remove branches that are not growing well. You can remove old branches, diseased branches, and branches with wounds to reduce nutrient consumption and increase the air permeability and light transmittance of the plant.

Begonia pruning tips

1. When pruning branches, it is best to prune them gently and not cut them hard, otherwise it will affect its flowering and growth.

2. The shape of the crabapple flowers needs to be trimmed. Cutting off the excessively long branches and leaves can promote the growth of side branches, ensure dense branches and leaves, and produce more flowers.

3. Spring pruning: Begonia flowers begin to sprout in spring and need a lot of nutrients at this time. Cutting off dead branches, crossed branches, weak branches, diseased and insect-infested branches, and stacked branches can promote the emergence of new buds and make the entire space more transparent.

4. Pruning after flowering: Pruning the crabapple flowers 2 weeks after they have faded. Mainly pruning the branches and leaves of the flowers, cutting off the dense and long branches can reduce the area of ​​photosynthesis, inhibit growth, reduce nutrient consumption, and retain 3 to 4 buds from the base to help increase the formation of flower buds.

Begonia flowers grow fast when pruned

The growth rate of crabapple is relatively fast, especially in summer, which is its peak growth season. As long as it is provided with sufficient water and fertilizer, it can grow quickly. Therefore, it is necessary to trim the overly dense branches.

Begonia pruning and flowering

The crabapple flowers need to have their dead branches, weak branches, diseased and insect-infested branches, crossed branches, and stacked branches pruned off so that the nutrients are concentrated on the differentiation of flower buds and the growth of side branches is promoted, so that there will be more flowers.

Begonia pruning precautions

Begonia flowers must not be placed directly in the sun, but in a cool place with good ventilation, so that its side branches can grow faster. Do not water them frequently after pruning, otherwise it will easily lead to slower wound healing.

Begonia pruning branches cuttings

1. Choose branches: When cutting, you need to choose healthy branches, about 5-6 cm in length, and there need to be 2 buds on the branches.

2. Prepare the substrate: Before cutting, prepare a substrate with good drainage. It is best to use river sand. Wash it clean and dry it before putting it in the flowerpot.

3. Carry out cuttings: Cut the branches into the soil and place them in a well-ventilated and cool environment for maintenance, spraying water appropriately to keep them moisturized.