How to prune azaleas in spring

1. Trimming the flower buds

Trimming off the flower buds will allow the plant to form flowers faster and better. When pruning, all the flowers that have bloomed need to be cut off, because even if there are withered flowers on the plant, they will absorb a lot of nutrients. Moreover, it is easy to sprout some side buds, which will be detrimental to the subsequent growth of the plant as it continues to grow.

2. Prune dead branches

During the maintenance period, it is inevitable that dry and diseased branches will appear. Such branches should be cut off cleanly, otherwise they will also absorb nutrients. It will prevent the plant from absorbing enough nutrients, and it can also enhance the ventilation of the plant, making it less likely to develop diseases and pests.

3. Prune long branches

Some longer branches should also be pruned appropriately, otherwise the shape of the entire plant will become unsightly and excessive loss of nutrients in the potting soil will occur. In addition, those deformed branches that are growing poorly should also be pruned off as soon as possible.