When to top an avocado tree (tree shaping method)

1. When

Avocado trees can be topped during maintenance, which can promote the plant to grow more robustly and allow more branches to sprout on the sides. Topping can be done when the plant is about to enter the growth period, so that the plant will have sufficient nutrients supply during the subsequent growth and change its growth trend.

2. Pruning methods

1. Although it does not need to be pruned frequently, when diseased and insect-infested branches are found, they must be removed in time to prevent other branches from being infected and further aggravating the situation.

2. You should also pay attention to some branches that have been damaged by frost, but you need to distinguish which ones can revive next spring and which ones have been confirmed dead. It would be bad if there are accidental injuries, so the time can be chosen in the spring of next year, so that you can accurately judge which branches need to be pruned and have a better idea in your mind.

3. Some densely growing horizontal branches also need to be cut off, which will stimulate growth in the surrounding areas.

4. If its growth is deformed, you can change its growth trend by cutting off the branches above.