When the money tree grows too tall, it can be pruned by the following steps: 1. Pruning time
Pruning the money tree is usually done in spring every year, when the temperature is suitable and the money tree enters its growth period, making it easy to recover after pruning. 2、 Trimming method
1. Top pruning: According to personal preference, choose a suitable height above the top of the wealth tree for pruning and remove the top shoots. When pruning, sharp scissors or garden shears can be used to ensure a smooth cut and avoid damaging the plants.
2. Remove overgrown branches: For strong branches, only 3~4 bud holes are left at the base, or about 10 centimeters can be left, and all other upper branches should be cut off. All branches on the entire plant need to be pruned, and weak branches should be trimmed from the base because their sprouting ability is weak and they will compete with other strong branches for nutrients.
3. Styling: You can use wire to intertwine the stems of 2 to 3 plants during their growth process, allowing them to grow into a braid like shape. You can also gather and plant several small stem trees to form clusters and win by quantity. You can also continuously use wire to shape it into your favorite shape according to personal preferences.
4. Pruning and cultivation: If the lucky tree grows well, has no signs of decay, and has sufficient fertilizer and water, it can be pruned. Use a steel saw to cut off the upper branches at the appropriate position, preferably with a slanted cut rather than a flat cut. If possible, paint or wax can be applied to the cross-section after cutting to prevent cracking or dehydration. 3、 Post pruning management
1. Avoid rain and water spray: Trimmed branches should be kept away from rain and water spray to prevent decay.
2. Control watering: After pruning, the water demand of the lucky tree decreases, so watering should be controlled to avoid water accumulation and root rot.
3. Reasonable fertilization: Apply compound fertilizer mainly composed of nitrogen fertilizer 1~2 times after pruning and before sprouting of the prosperous tree. Watering once with a fungicide to prevent root rot, such as an internally absorbing 50% carbendazim wettable powder at 800 to 1000 times dilution. During the hot summer season, fertilizer should be temporarily stopped, and in the autumn, mainly phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be applied to facilitate overwintering.
4. Provide suitable lighting: Trimmed lucky trees should be placed in bright places or under the shade of trees to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight.
5. Maintain ventilation: To ensure the healthy growth of the wealth tree, a well ventilated and smooth growing environment should be provided.
Pruning excessively tall money trees requires choosing the appropriate pruning time, mastering the correct pruning methods, and doing a good job in post pruning management. Through these steps, it is possible to effectively control the height and shape of the wealth tree, making it more beautiful and healthy.