Very large blood plums
After lush growth, the rose plant can be thinned during the summer months. To do this, remove entire branches, including twigs and leaves. The growth character of the Prunus cerasifera Nigra should be preserved.
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If the sapling is to increase its fullness and height, it is advisable to cut off the entire central shoot. In this way, all of the growth energy is transferred to the remaining side shoots. The blood plum gets a shapely one Crown.
This means:
- do not cut all the branches
- in any case: branches growing inwards
- The basic shape of the crown or hedge is retained
- on Astring cut, do not leave any sockets
Note:
- Cuts larger than 2 euros each Tree sap to seal
- use clean and disinfected cutting tools
- ideal time: after the flowering period has ended
Warning: water shooters
In individual cases, a radical cut is the
Blood plum necessary. This takes place in spring. During the summer months, numerous puddles often grow. From August onwards, remove these shoots completely.Remove vertical shoots
A cut in late spring leads to the formation of many vertical new shoots. These should be removed in July at the latest. Choose strong shoots. Weaker specimens can remain standing. If necessary, derive this to other branches.
Disease or pest infestation
Sick trees or bushes can be cut at any time. Make sure you have infested wood, leaves as well fruit must be disposed of with household waste in any case.
Tips & Tricks
A regular cut bends Diseases and pest infestation. Thanks to the intense incidence of light and air circulation, the fruits ripen better.
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