Does asparagus need pruning?

Does asparagus need pruning? What should we do if necessary? Today we are going to answer your doubts.

Does asparagus need pruning?

The answer is yes. Asparagus is a climbing plant and grows rapidly. After a few years of cultivation, the branches will grow taller and taller. Asparagus potted plants placed at home have already been set up, and asparagus has grown taller, destroying the original shape, so the best way is to prune it. The pruning of asparagus can be carried out in any season, but it is best to do it in the slow growth period in winter, combing the dense inner branches and poorly shaped branches (showing a long vine), and maintaining the bonsai posture of asparagus clouds.

Method of pruning asparagus

1. Missing pruning of leafy branches

When the growth position of the leafy branch on the main branch of asparagus is not ideal or is missing for some reason, short pruning can be carried out in the appropriate position of the main branch, pay attention to the hidden buds on the branches during pruning, do not prune off, and force the hidden buds there to germinate. In general, the height of truncation is the height of leafy branch germination, and the position of prickles on the branch is the location of leafy branch germination, and the thicker the branch is, the higher the germination rate of hidden bud is.

2. Renewal and pruning of the whole plant

If the branches and leaves of the whole asparagus grow poorly due to strong sunburn or dry basin soil, lack of fertilizer and some unknown reason, the whole plant can be renewed and pruned. During renewal and pruning, all the leafy branches of asparagus can be cut off, but attention should be paid to the inverted thorns on the branches, which determine whether the distribution of the remaining branches is uniform. Asparagus growth season pruning is generally high and easy to sprout new branches, and the amount of water should be reduced appropriately after pruning, and the basin soil must not be made too wet, otherwise it will lead to pruning failure.

3. Pruning of vine branches

Vine branches are generally weak and slender. If you don't want to leave seeds, make asparagus look good, and it can be cut off from the root at one time. If you want to increase the number of leafy branches or fill a vacancy, you can cut it short in a certain position, and pay special attention to the comprehensive management of small fat when pruning. Asparagus with plant-shaped leafy branches dense, high and low scattered is the best. However, after 3 to 4 years of cultivation, the tall vine branches, blooming and fruiting are no longer suitable for indoor viewing and must be pruned.

Asparagus labor-saving pruning method

1. Basin control method

Pruning can be carried out according to the size of the flowerpot, and the ratio of flowerpot to plant can be controlled at 1:3, which can limit the growth of the root system and ensure the same plant size.

2. Remove the growing point in time

In fact, asparagus does not have to grow to 20-30 cm before it can be pruned, as long as the growth of buds is controlled.

When the new buds grow to 2-3 years old, the growing points are removed to promote the regeneration of branches and leaves on the stem, and to control their non-growing vines, so that the branches and leaves flatten out, and the plant type continues to plump.

3. Make full use of the phototaxis of asparagus.

Many flower lovers will prune asparagus because of its uneven growth and uneven branches. In fact, it is not necessary, as long as the direction of the flowerpot is turned at the right time, the growth shape of branches and leaves can be modified and the plant type can be kept plump and elegant.

The stem of asparagus is climbing, and if it is allowed to grow up to a few meters high, it will lose its lightness. The measures to dwarf asparagus are as follows:

1. For young plants, no more fertilizer should be applied in spring and summer, and fertilizer should be applied once a month. The amount of fertilizer should not be too large, and it is necessary to grasp the principle of light. For old plants, it is best to apply little or no fertilizer, just take advantage of the opportunity to change the basin, fill the bottom of the basin with fresh soil, or apply a small amount of fertilizer. In this way, both young and old plants can maintain a stable growth potential.

two。 Pay attention to regular pruning. Asparagus grows fast, so it is necessary to prune old branches and withered stems at any time to keep the bottom short. At the same time, cut off the trailing branches in time to keep them tall and beautiful, dense and green.

3. Dwarf asparagus varieties were selected. The short bamboo stem is vine-free and can maintain a small and exquisite state.