How to slow down the growth

Tip 1: Choose species and varieties that remain small

This tip is the most important of all: Have only one small tree want to maintain, shouldn't necessarily put a sequoia tree in the garden. With the right choice of varieties, however, maple, chestnut, oak or various types of fruit can also be used in the smallest of spaces cultivate - there is a dwarf variant of almost every species (usually recognized by the little word 'Nana' in the botanical name respectively. the superior dwarf). Certain growth forms such as columnar, bush or spindle trees also tend to remain small. Otherwise, use trees that have been grafted on poorly growing roots. You will often find this variant in fruit trees.

Tip 2: Plant trees that are compatible with pruning

If you want to keep trees small, you have to choose species and varieties that are very pruning. A regular crown cut is essential so that it doesn't get too wide. With some fast-growing tree species, not only can

in the autumn, but also need to be pruned once or twice during the summer months. So-called spherical trees with compact crowns are particularly suitable for small gardens.

Tip 3: Do not choose too large planters

Keep the tree in a pot on top of that balcony or the terrace, you should not choose a planter that is too large. The larger the bucket, the stronger the roots and thus the above-ground parts of the plant grow. Incidentally, this principle also work Bonsai growers Use: To keep the trees small, the roots are regularly pruned. Translated for tub trees, this means: repot the woody plants in fresh soil about every two years, cut back the roots and do not choose a larger planter. If the roots are pruned, the above-ground parts must also be cut back, otherwise the tree will die of thirst.