Watering, fertilizing and pruning is important. If this last procedure is carried out at the wrong time, we can expose the plant to freeze, which will lead to browning of needles, and sometimes even dry the whole bush. If we cut too much, the plant can cease growth. That is why it is important to follow the basic rules.
When to cut thuja? Last treatment in the summer
On average 2-3 times a year is cut. It is best to do this from the second half of March to the end of July, maximum until mid -August. The first cut is carried out before the start of vegetation, the next in June and the last maximum in mid -August. If we decide on early spring cut, we risk frosts. If we cut too late, we will stimulate the plant to grow further. Young branches will not be able to wooden before winter, which is also associated with the risk of freezing and slowly dying the plant. Tui should not be cut during rain. Moisture promotes the development of fungal diseases that easier to penetrate into the plant at the cutting place. Pathogens are easier to penetrate the place of cutting. It is also important not to cut the branches too deeply. During the first cut in the season, the shoots are shortened by a maximum of half the length. Thanks to this, the plant will spread better. We also remove frozen and dried twigs. We also cut thuja in June in the same way. However, during the last cut, we shorten the branches by a maximum of 2 cm. Importantly, you should not cut trees that are less than a year. The height of the plant must exceed 1.5 m.
Fertilizing thuja with a natural home preparation
It is worth fertilizing at any time of the year, especially when they grow on poor soil. Plants should be powered at least three times a year. In spring, fertilization is best carried out at the beginning of the growing season, usually at the turn of April and May. The summer dose of conditioner will be appropriate at the beginning of July. Autumn fertilization is best done at the turn of September and October. Spring is a time of plant growth, which is why the fertilizer we use should contain a higher dose of nitrogen than the autumn fertilizer. It is thanks to him that the threads grow lush. Important components are also phosphorus and potassium, but also microelements such as magnesium and iron, thanks to which thuja have a beautiful green color. When these ingredients are missing, the twigs turn yellow or brown at the ends. There are plenty of ready preparations in garden stores. Multi -component conifers fertilizers will be the best choice. Liquid conditioners work faster but shorter. However, granules are absorbed more slowly, but they work longer. It is important, however, to use these funds as recommended by the manufacturer. Too frequent and excessive use of mineral fertilizers can lead to salinity and dying of the plant. Therefore, it is worth using organic nutrients from time to time. In addition to ready -made preparations from the gardening store, we can also fertilize with homemade conditioner. Just cut a very ripe banana (with skin) into smaller pieces, transfer to a jar and pour hot water. Drain after 48 hours. It is worth watering with such home fertilizer in May. Tuje will also supply the manure of May nettle. It’s easy to do: pour the nettles with water, cover and leave for a minimum of a week. When the mixture stops foaming, the fertilizer is ready. For watering the thuja, mix the liquid manure with water in a 1:10 ratio. In addition, water after cooking potatoes, cauliflower or green beans and coffee grounds will also work great.
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