How to prune Sophora japonica

When to prune Sophora japonica

Sophora japonica is suitable for pruning in winter because the temperature is lower at this time and the plant will enter a dormant period. If it is pruned at this time, the damage to it will be minimal.

Before transplanting Sophora japonica, cover the seedbed with film, and the cuttings should be inserted obliquely at 12 o'clock. The cutting depth should be 7-10 cm. After insertion, press the contact point between the plant and the soil, then set up a shade net, and add water to the roots of the cuttings.

Pruning branches and leaves of Sophora japonica

When pruning Sophora japonica in the first winter, the length of pruning should be determined according to the strength of the branches. Prepare a pair of gardening scissors, find the dead branches, diseased and insect-infested branches and cut them off. Cut off the suckers of the rootstock in time. Some plants are weak and the longer parts can be cut off.

Pruning tips for Sophora japonica

When pruning the Sophora japonica during its dormant period, dead branches, weak branches, diseased and insect-infested branches, crossed branches, etc. should be removed, and branches that are too high or too low should also be cut off.

When pruning Sophora japonica, just pay attention to removing the new buds on the rootstock, promptly inhibiting the growth of strong branches and promoting the growth of weak branches, so that the plant can grow very fast.

Precautions for pruning Sophora japonica

When pruning Sophora japonica, be sure to disinfect the tools used in advance, and the wounds after pruning also need to be disinfected with some wood ash to avoid plant infection.