Can apricot trees be pruned in summer? When is the best time to prune?

Pruning apricot trees is beneficial as it can reduce the unnecessary waste of nutrients, increase the order of branches, and make them luxuriant. This can quickly expand the tree's crown and promote the formation of flower buds, so as to achieve early fruiting and high yields.

Pruning apricot trees in summer

Apricot trees can be pruned in the summer , but you have to pay attention to the timing. Generally, the pruning time in summer is around early June, but of course May is also possible. The temperature and humidity at this time are not particularly high, so the damage to the plant is relatively small, which is conducive to wound healing.

Apricot tree pruning method

1. When pruning apricot trees, we must do a good job of pinching the tips and pruning the semi-lignified branches. If they are strong branches, leave about 20 centimeters. If they are weaker branches, leave about 30 centimeters. This can promote the fuller branches and buds of the apricot trees.

2. In order to improve the ornamental value of the apricot tree, you can pull the branches to change the angle and direction of the growth of the apricot branches, better control the apical dominance of the apricot tree, and then place the apricot tree in a well-ventilated environment. If it is a bent branch, it is usually done in July or August. It can promote better germination of apricot tree branches and buds, and can also form flower buds faster.