When is the best time to prune rubber trees?

Rubber tree pruning time

Pruning is necessary during the growth period of rubber trees, and timing is very important. It is best to do it in the season when it grows more vigorously, so as to promote the recovery of the wound. The specific time is late spring, early summer and early autumn .

,

Rubber tree pruning method

1. Topping

  When the rubber tree grows to 30-50 cm, it can be topped, that is, the top buds and branches and leaves should be cut off. This can promote the growth of side branches and also control the height of the rubber tree.

2. Remove the buds

  After the buds of the rubber tree grow out, they need to be pruned. This can reduce the consumption of nutrients and concentrate the nutrients on its main branches. This can help the rubber tree grow healthily and make it luxuriant.

3. Heavy shearing

  Rubber trees usually need to be heavily pruned in winter. When pruning, dense branches, crossed branches, and yellowing leaves should be thinned out. Thin branches should be pruned more lightly. If the branches are strong and growing well, they can be pruned a little heavier.

Precautions for pruning rubber trees

The cut when pruning the rubber tree should be as smooth as possible, and it is best to handle it after pruning, so some juice will be left at the cut. Try to apply some wood ash to avoid infection. If too much juice flows out, it will be detrimental to its recovery and growth.