Pepperwood Pruning Tutorial

1. Time Selection

Pepper tree pruning can be done in spring, autumn and winter. It should be avoided in summer because the weather is hot and the wound is easily infected by bacteria. The best time is in winter, which is during the dormant period. It will not harm the plants and will have less impact on them. Appropriate pruning can also be done in spring and autumn. During these two periods of time, the plant grows vigorously and can recover quickly after pruning.

2. Trimming tutorial

1. The main thing is to prune the branches and remove the withered and shriveled branches. If these branches continue to remain on the tree, it will only affect the nutrient consumption and the aesthetics will be greatly reduced. Focus on pruning diseased and insect-infested branches, and cut them directly from the base, otherwise they will infect other branches. Weak branches, thin branches, and overly dense branches should also be removed. In addition to reducing nutrient consumption, it can also improve lighting conditions and increase light transmittance.

2. After a few years of maintenance, you can choose to repot in spring. During the repotting period, prune old and rotten roots, but do not damage the main root system.

3. It is also necessary to combine pruning with shaping management, leaving branches that are coordinated with the overall branches, removing useless branches, and you can also use wire to tie them tightly.