How to prune the branches and leaves of the bean tree? The appropriate pruning time and method

The pruning of green bean trees should be done according to the season. Most of the time, pruning is done in the spring when the growth is faster to avoid wasting a lot of nutrients from branches that grow too fast. You can also prune according to the height you want.

How to prune the branches of a bean tree

1. Pinching: Pinching is to pinch or cut off the top of the main stem or side branches of the plant by hand. This can reduce the apical dominance of the plant, inhibit the growth of branches, and make the plant more branched.

2. Top trimming: Generally, the bean tree needs to be top trimmed. Usually, the upper part of the plant is completely cut off before new branches sprout in spring, and the main trunk of the bean flower should be left when top trimming.

2. Thinning: Thinning is the pruning of branches, leaves, buds, flowers and adventitious buds. When the plant grows too vigorously, the branches and leaves will be too dense, resulting in insufficient light and poor air permeability. Therefore, appropriate thinning of branches and removal of dense leaves should be carried out. This can improve ventilation and light conditions and make the flowers grow better.

Tips for pruning bean trees

The bean tree needs to be topped during its growth period to control its height and promote the growth of its side branches. At ordinary times, attention should be paid to thinning the branches, increasing internal ventilation and light transmission, and avoiding the invasion of pests and diseases. In order to make it more ornamental, attention should also be paid to shaping. After pruning, it can be properly fertilized according to the principle of thin fertilizer and frequent application to add enough nutrients to help it grow.