Can the withered crabapple be saved? Do they need to be pruned?

1. Can withering be saved?

If only the leaves are withering and the trunk has not withered, the chance of survival is very high. You can check whether the amount of watering is unreasonable or the light is too little. Too much watering will cause waterlogging, and the roots will not absorb completely, causing residual accumulation and leading to root rot. On the contrary, if the plant is not watered with the proper amount of water for a long time, it will not get what it needs for growth from the soil in the pot. It may also be that the light is not provided enough, and nutrients cannot be synthesized, causing the plant to wither. Adjustments can be made according to specific circumstances, such as increasing or decreasing the amount of water applied to the plants or increasing the light.

If even the main trunk has withered, the chances of saving it will be much smaller, almost impossible. This means that even the roots are dead and there is no sign of life.

2. Is pruning necessary?

When the plant shows signs of wilting, it is necessary to cut off the dead branches. This can reduce the supply of nutrients and avoid accelerating the wilting of the plant.