When is the best time to prune pomegranate potted plants? In which month is it best to prune?

Pomegranate potted plant pruning time

It is generally better to prune pomegranate potted plants in late autumn and spring each year. The pruning time is approximately between October-November and April-May. It needs to be pruned twice a year. A rough pruning will be done before dormancy in late autumn, and it is mainly carried out after the fruit is harvested.

Pomegranate potted plant pruning effect

The purpose of pruning pomegranate potted plants is to promote the continued differentiation of flower buds to ensure the annual yield in the second year; secondly, it can promote the growth of the root system and grow a large number of new roots.

In addition, pruning pomegranates can store a large amount of photosynthetic products in the branches and roots, which facilitates the differentiation and development of flower buds over the winter and improves the pomegranate tree's ability to resist cold and drought over the winter. Pruning can also adjust the ratio between fruit branches and nutrient branches, making the fruit grow larger next year.

Pomegranate potted plant pruning methods and key points

1. Pruning during the growing season

During the high temperature period in summer, the branches on the crown will grow longer and denser, making the shape of the pomegranate potted plant unsightly. At this time, it is necessary to prune from time to time to remove useless and unsightly branches, and overly dense branches should also be cut off. However, long branches can be made thicker by pinching.

2. Winter pruning

In winter, pomegranate potted plants should also be pruned after the leaves fall. The main branches should be shortened and excessive small branches should be cut off. In addition, short branches with buds should be retained as much as possible, and long branches can retain 23 buds. Thinning branches in winter is very necessary. Pruned pomegranate potted plants are easy to overwinter, and germination in the second year will not be affected.