How to prune Impatiens and when to prune

1. Pruning time

If you want Impatiens to grow better and bloom more, you must prune it in time during the management period. Pruning is usually done during the peak growing and flowering seasons, which is in spring and summer. The flowering period will gradually end in autumn. It is an annual plant and does not require management in the later period.

2. Pruning method

1. Pruning during the growing season: Impatiens grows relatively fast, and its branches have few woody parts and are relatively tender. Therefore, pruning should begin when the main branches grow to 25 cm in height. Pinch off the top buds, which can enhance its branching ability. The overall plant shape will be fuller and the number of flowers will increase in the later stage.

2. Pruning during the flowering period: Impatiens also needs to be pruned during the flowering period, especially if you want to enjoy the flowers. The flower stalks should be cut off so that the flowers cannot produce seeds and the flowers will bloom more abundantly. In addition, the flowers at the base should also be cut off in time. This can save a lot of nutrients and promote the flower buds at the top to bloom one after another, which will create a cluster of flowers and make the plant more ornamental.

3. Precautions for pruning

When pruning, you must first disinfect the tools to avoid infection at the wound site, which can make the plant more susceptible to disease. In addition, do not rush to water after pruning, and do not let the wound get wet. Wait until the wound heals before resuming management.