How to trim Podocarpus to look good

When is the right time to prune Podocarpus?

Podocarpus is usually pruned in March and April. All the leaves below the old branches of Podocarpus are cut off, and its bottom is cut diagonally before being planted in pots.

Tips for pruning Podocarpus

When pruning Podocarpus, you need to adjust the distance between each layer of branches, determine the first main branch, which is the thickest and longest, and then make the overall layout triangular.

Pruning branches and leaves: During the growing season of Podocarpus, the established plants should be pruned and topped to prevent the branches and leaves from growing too long. When the direction of the main trunk has been determined, only the branches that look weaker need to be cut off. For the side branches that grow on the branches, only one-third of the length of the main branches can be retained.

Tips for pruning Podocarpus

Don’t be afraid if the Podocarpus grows crooked. You can prune it hard to produce more buds, and then correct it during its growth.

When pruning Podocarpus, you must be careful. Through pruning, you can keep the Podocarpus short, promote branching and make the leaves dense, ensuring normal growth, development, flowering and fruiting.