When is the best time to prune seven-leaf lily?

The effect of pruning seven-leaf lotus

The ornamental value of the seven-leaf lily can be enhanced after pruning, and the ventilation and lighting conditions will also be improved, which is beneficial to the growth of the plant.

Seven-leaf lotus pruning time

Seven-leaf lotus is mainly pruned during its growing period, specifically from March to May. Pruning at this time can restore growth faster and cause less damage to the plant.

How to prune seven-leaf lotus

1. Summer pruning: In summer, seven-leaf lilies grow rapidly, and the overgrown branches will rob the main trunk of nutrients. You can cut off the branches that grow outside or grow poorly, and shorten the branches on the main trunk to allow it to absorb sufficient nutrients and grow new buds. When cutting, leave one-third of the length.

2. Winter pruning: In winter, the temperature is low, and the leaves of the seven-leaf lily will slowly fall off to keep nutrients for the roots to absorb. The branches will also shrink and overlap each other. Some parts are relatively dense. If they are not pruned, they will appear very messy. First, cut off the bad parts of the branches, then cut off the small branches, leaving the best main trunk, and pull the dense branches to sparse areas.

3. Pruning and shaping: If the seven-leaf lily is planted on the roadside or in the yard, you can build a frame next to it during planting to restrain its growth and move it in a predetermined direction. After a few years, it will have grown completely in the predetermined direction. At this time, you can remove the frame and then perform a small pruning on it.

Precautions for pruning seven-leaf lotus

1. When pruning the seven-leaf vine, you need to follow the principle of "pruning the weak and keeping the strong", that is, on a main branch, you should leave strong branches, and small branches can be cut off from the roots. Generally, it is appropriate to cut off 2/3 of the strong branches to control the excessive growth of branches.

2. If you want to shape the seven-leaf lily planted in a small pot, you should leave small buds at the highest and most curved part of the branch when you prune it for the first time. Let it grow slowly. Under the influence of gravity, it will hang down by itself and become more and more curved. Prune it like this in the next few years. After a long time, it will look like an umbrella, which is very beautiful.