How to prune apple potted plants

When to prune apples

Apple potted plants are generally pruned in sunny weather, which is suitable for pruning in spring and autumn. In summer, it is hot and rainy, and the wounds are easy to rot, which is not conducive to the recovery of the plants.

Apple potted plant pruning

1. If our apple bonsai grows particularly tall, then it is obviously not what we want to see, because it is a bonsai after all. If it is too tall, it will have no shape. It is generally best for us to top prune it, mainly to trim the top of the main stem, so that it will not grow particularly tall.

2. During the growth period of apple potted plants, withered branches should be pruned. Pruning will be beneficial to the growth of other branches. If dense branches are not pruned, the apples produced will be very small. It is generally better to leave some thicker branches when pruning.

3. Borers may hide in the strips of apple potting, and if they are not pruned, it will be very harmful. Therefore, diseased and insect-infested leaves should be pruned in time. In addition, the overall symmetry must be ensured after pruning. If it is not symmetrical, it will appear crooked. It is best to check whether it is symmetrical while pruning.

Apple potting pruning steps

1. Pruning time: Apple trees have vigorous growth in spring and summer, and generally bear fruit in autumn. It is best to prune after the leaves fall in winter and before the arrival of spring, which will not affect the germination of new buds and the development of flowers and fruits.

2. Tool preparation: The tools for pruning apple trees are sharp special scissors or knives. For larger potted plants, a small saw is also required. Disinfect the trees in advance, usually with carbendazim or potassium permanganate and some clean wood ash.

3. Pruning techniques: During the growth period of apple potted plants, the main thing to do is to cut off the overgrown branches, crossed branches, overlapping branches, horizontal branches, messy branches, etc. If there are diseased branches or dead branches, they must of course be pruned away in time. Pay attention to keeping the incision relatively smooth and neat, which will help healing.

4. Maintenance after pruning: After pruning the apple tree potted plant, it needs to be disinfected. You can apply disinfectant on the cut. After it dries, you can apply wood ash to help dry the moisture. When watering afterwards, be careful not to splash water on the wound.

Notes on pruning apple pots

Potted apple trees should be planted in soil and pots with good air permeability. Try to choose larger pots because their root system is well-developed and they grow relatively fast. Pruning is also essential. Their branches are also relatively well-developed. In order to achieve higher ornamental value, they should be pruned frequently, cutting off overly dense and long branches, and controlling their growth height.