How to prune South African marigolds? Pruning method and time

South African marigold pruning time

South African marigolds have strong growth capabilities and tend to grow very messy, so they need to be pruned during the growth period to maintain their shape and, on the other hand, to make the flowering effect better. Pruning is usually done in spring and autumn, when the survival rate is higher.

South African marigold pruning methods and steps

1. Topping: The first step in pruning South African marigolds is topping. Topping is done during the seedling stage of the plant, and the branches and leaves growing on the top are cut off. This can control the height of the plant, promote the growth of its side branches, and enhance the ornamental value of the plant.

2. Branch and leaf pruning: During the growth process of marigold, it is also necessary to promptly cut off the underdeveloped, overgrown, and diseased branches and leaves. If the branches and leaves are found to be growing too densely, they also need to be combed out in time to promote the growth of the plant.

3. Pruning after flowering: After the marigold flowering period is over, it is necessary to cut off the remaining flowers and old branches to avoid unnecessary loss of nutrients, ensure the later growth of the plant, and promote the next flowering of marigold.

Precautions for pruning South African marigolds

When pruning South African marigolds, the plant must be disinfected. The knives used and the wounds on the plants need to be disinfected to prevent the plants from being infected by bacteria. After pruning, it needs to be carefully maintained, watering should be controlled, and the plant should be moved to a semi-shaded, well-ventilated environment. Wait until it recovers to normal before maintaining it normally.