Cutting is not absolutely necessary
Since the Star magnolia usually grows slowly, it takes time to get out of shape. Usually it is naturally beautiful. Therefore, a cut is not always necessary. She gets along well without the acquaintance of the Loppers close…
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Cut, yes, but carefully
If you want to cut your star magnolia, you should not make the cut too radical. It does not tolerate radical cuts. It would be best to just expose them. This can happen every two to four years.
Caution: Young star magnolias in particular can be quickly damaged by cutting too deeply. In addition, a strong pruning often leads to holes in the plant. It doesn't like to sprout again on old branches... So refrain from such a cut.
When can the star magnolia be cut?
The best time to cut is right after the star magnolia has bloomed. It blooms between March and April. The cut should ideally be carried out in June - there is no more frost.
How to cut correctly - a guide
You should proceed as follows:
- Loppers or saw sharpen and disinfect
- cut directly at the beginning of the branch (do not leave any stumps)
- remove crossing shoots
- remove branches growing inwards
- Completely cut away sick and rotten branches
- Remove shoots competing with the main stem
- Remove water shoots (steep shoots)
- leave three to five scaffold shoots
- large cuts with Tree wax(€ 18.62 at Amazon *) coat
Cutting for propagation
A good side benefit of pruning is gaining potential cuttings. The star magnolia works well with these multiply. After the cuttings are rooted in the pot, they can be taken outdoors in May transplanted will.
Tips & Tricks
It is important that you do not use blunt scissors or saws to cut the star magnolia. Unclean cut edges increase the risk of pathogens nestling in the wood.
