Pinch back promptly in summer, and only these 4 flowers will bloom into big flower balls

Flowers & Gardening Jan 1, 1970 0 views

So-called pinching, also commonly called topping, is a pruning method often used in growing flowers, and it can make the flowers bloom with a better shape. For the several flowers introduced today, you must pinch back promptly in summer to cultivate stunning flowers that burst into a full pot. 1...

1. New York aster

Generally, pinch back from May to the end of June, then pinch back again about 1 month later, for a total of 3-4 pinchings during the whole growing period. This can increase the crown width, make the New York aster plant full and rounded, and form a beautiful big flower ball during the flowering period.

2. Scarlet sage

If you want it to bloom more abundantly during the flowering period, generally when the seedlings have 3-4 true leaves, pinch back once every half month until the flowering period arrives.

3. Madagascar periwinkle

During the seedling stage, pinch back for the first time when there are 4-6 true leaves, and pinch back for the second time when the new shoots grow 4-6 leaves. Do not pinch back more than 3 times, otherwise it will affect the flowering quality.

4. Kalanchoe

After flowering, promptly cut off the spent flowers and the lower flower stalks to avoid consuming excess nutrients, promote the sprouting of new branches from the buds on the remaining branches, make more flower heads, and obtain a fuller potted kalanchoe during the flowering period.

Note: each time you pinch back, nutrients must be replenished promptly, but pay attention to the method to avoid fertilizer burn to the roots, supplement the nutrients needed for the potted flower's growth and bud formation, and promote larger flowers with richer color, making the big flower ball even more stunning!

Pinch back promptly in summer, and only these 4 flowers will bloom into big flower balls

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