How to prune the branches of a small fortune tree? Can it be pruned in autumn?

1. How to prune branches and leaves

1. Normally, due to lack of attention in maintenance, yellow leaves and diseased branches and leaves may often appear. When discovered, they need to be removed in time to prevent infection of other branches and leaves, reduce daily consumption of nutrients, and maintain aesthetics. If there are only dry and burnt areas on the edges, you can cut them off with scissors.

2. If all maintenance factors are appropriate, its growth rate will become faster. Indoor space is relatively limited, and the plant shape cannot be too tall. Therefore, when pruning, short cutting is of utmost importance, removing the overgrown branches to dwarf the entire plant. When removing, leave 3 to 4 buds at the bottom, or about 10 cm, and cut off the rest.

3. Some weak branches should also be cut off from the base, because their germination ability is very weak and they will compete with other strong branches for nutrients.

2. Can I cut it in autumn?

It is completely fine to do this work in autumn and it will not have much impact on the plants. However, it is best to choose March or April in spring. The germination rate during this period is relatively fast, new branches grow faster, and they can recover quickly after pruning.