How to prune okra

1. Topping the Plant

When the plant grows to a certain height, it needs to be topped. It is recommended to do so when it grows to 1 to 1.5 meters. Timely topping can promote the growth of more branches, prevent excessive growth, and effectively control the plant shape, especially for potted maintenance.

2. Pruning side branches

Usually, side branches should be pruned in the early stages of growth. Be careful not to cut them too hard, and keep two or three branches so as not to affect growth and flowering. When new branches grow later, pruning should also be done in this way.

3. Pruning after harvesting

After the fruits are harvested, they should be pruned in time to cut off old and yellow leaves to save nutrient consumption. In addition, the branches should also be pruned. Proper pruning can help the plant recover as quickly as possible, and is conducive to ventilation, light and air permeability, which is beneficial to growth.

IV. Precautions

When pruning, be sure to disinfect the pruning tools to avoid wound infection, which will affect plant growth. In addition, be sure to slightly change the maintenance method after pruning, and resume normal management after the plant recovers.