The cedar, originally from Japan, is an extraordinarily beautiful cypress plant. It is used both as a bonsai and as a large outdoor plant. But how compatible is it with cutting and what is essential to consider when cutting?

The cedar does not necessarily have to be cut

A harmonious growth by nature - pruning is unnecessary

The great habit is one of the unbeatable advantages of the sickle tree. By nature, he is beautifully formed. It grows straight like a candle and shows pure symmetry! The branches overhang picturesquely on the sides.

The cedar gladly reaches a growth height of 8 m and even more. But it will take a few decades for this to happen, because it grows extremely slowly. Both the natural shape and the weak growth generally make a cut unnecessary.

reasons to cut

But there can be various reasons that make a cut useful. These include, among others:

  • to maintain a certain shape
  • clip in height (too big)
  • for removing diseased, dead twigs and branches
  • for removing branches that are crossing and that are too close together
  • to avoid balding from the inside out

Ideal pruning time: late summer

The ideal time to cut the cedar is in late summer. But since it tolerates pruning well, it can also be pruned the rest of the year on frost-free days. Nevertheless, late summer around August is and remains the best choice. Choose a dry and ideally cloudy day for the cut!

Radical cut only in exceptional cases

The sickle tree can even tolerate a radical pruning. You can cut deep into your old wood. In principle, however, such a cut is not necessary, but only makes sense in exceptional cases. As a result, it takes a while for the sickle fir to sprout vigorously again.

Aim: to win offshoots

A pruning is also appropriate for gaining offshoots. This is to be noted:

  • between October and November
  • Cut 15 to 20 cm long, biennial shoots
  • remove the needles in the lower third
  • Put cuttings in potting soil and keep moist
  • place in a bright, moderately warm place
  • rooting over the winter period

tips

Cut the branches at a slight angle and about 5 mm above a bud!

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