How to prune mulberry leaf peony and when is the best time to prune it

Pruning time of mulberry leaf peony

Mulberry leaf peony needs to be pruned when it reaches a certain growth period. Winter pruning is the main method throughout the year, supplemented by summer pruning. Appropriate pruning is done during the growing season and before and after the flowering period. This way, pruning can maintain the beauty of the plant, facilitate rapid growth, and achieve the purpose of more flowering.

How to prune mulberry leaf peony

1. Early spring pruning

Mulberry-leaf peony can be pruned in early spring before it sprouts. The main purpose is to prune off the overgrown branches, those infected with diseases and pests, and those that grow too densely. You can do it according to your favorite shape, or you can use the three-branches-and-nine-tops method. Reasonable pruning can promote better germination in the later stage.

2. Remove buds and buds

Mulberry leaf peony will grow flower buds in March and April in spring. At this time, the weak and deformed flower buds can be cut off, which can reduce a lot of nutrient consumption. Not only that, but also the new shoots should be pruned and the side buds on the stems should be cut off in time, leaving only two, which can promote better flowering.

3. Autumn pruning

The temperature and humidity in autumn are suitable, and the mulberry-leaf peony is in its peak growth season. Pruning can be done on sunny days. At this time, the dense branches should be pruned mainly, and the branches growing on the outside should be left so that the inside can better transmit light and accumulate more nutrients.

4. Maintenance after pruning

No matter when or how you prune the mulberry leaf peony, do not rush to water or fertilize it after pruning to avoid rotting of the wound. After pruning, keep it in a ventilated and warm place to promote its recovery as soon as possible.