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Correct Methods and Techniques for Summer Pruning of Sichuan Pepper Trees
Girdling After girdling a Sichuan pepper tree, the effect on promoting flower bud formation is very good. Since Sichuan pepper trees form flower buds more easily than ordinary fruit trees, half-girdling is sufficient. The timing of girdling should be no later than early June. The width of the cut is generally 1/6 of the diameter of the branch or main trunk. If the tree is vigorous and conditions are good, it can be appropriately widened; otherwise it can be narrower. The girdling wound must be disinfected to prevent infection. Girdling is mainly for trees with vigorous vegetative growth, and it cannot be done continuously for fruiting either. After the first girdling, wait two