Lecture 6: Pruning

Question 1

PRUNING

Answer 1

1. physical method of controlling plant growth
2. judicious removal of plant parts

Question 2

TYPES OF PRUNING: OBJECTIVES

Answer 2

1. preventative: removal of diseased plant part
2. formative: modify canopy shape
3. corrective: removal of excess shoots for light penetration and aeration
4. rejuvenative: removal of most shoots to reinvigorate unproductive tree

Question 3

TYPES OF PRUNING: PRUNING CUT

Answer 3

1. cutting out: removal of entire branch; corrective and preventive
2. cutting back: removal of branch portion; formative
3. stubbing: severe form of cutting back; rejuvenative

Question 4

TIPS IN PRUNING

Answer 4

1. sharp and proper tools
2. cut close to stem without leaving stub
3. disinfect tools after use
4. apply fungicidal paste, paint or coal tar for large wound (>1 inch diameter)

Question 5

SOLVING PRUNING PROBLEM

Answer 5

1. cut in stages (smaller sections)
2. cut alternate rows initially
3. thin if too many shoots formed
4. retain only 4-5 well spaced shoots