By pruning you not only get a shapely kumquat tree because the shortened branches form new shoots. You also offer your tree the opportunity to be particularly lush bloom and plentiful fruit to wear.
also read
- Here's how to properly plant your kumquat tree
- How do you overwinter a kumquat tree?
- How do you care for a kumquat tree?
The best time to prune your kumquat tree
As a rule, the end of the Hibernation as the best time to prune a kumquat tree. Cut out any malformed branches, as well as weak and cross-growing branches. Then shorten shoots that are too long and too thin. Extremely long shoots can be cut back to a third of their original length.
If your kumquat has grown too much over the summer, you can prune it in autumn. Then it doesn't need as much space to overwinter. This is often an important argument with container plants, especially if you have a lot of them.
The essentials in brief:
- spring is the best time to cut
- Cut out weak and malformed branches
- Shorten extremely long shoots up to 2/3
- with strong growth possibly prune back in autumn
- use only good tools
The right tool for pruning trees
As with any other Gardening Also, good tools are important when pruning trees. If the branches are not sawn or cut cleanly but squeezed, pests can easily nest there or fungi can form. Always use good quality sharp pruning shears. Whether you prefer so-called anvil scissors or scissors with two blades is of secondary importance.
Tips & Tricks
The best time to prune your kumquat tree is when the hibernation period ends. If you only have limited space to overwinter your kumquat, prune your plant in autumn.
