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- It is better not to cut trees when it is frosty
- Cutting fruit trees in winter
- When should be cut in winter - and when not
- Retrieval of winter cut
- Tips
Fruit trees are cut in winter, but not at minus degrees
It is better not to cut trees when it is frosty
In principle, the garden is busy all year round, even in winter. The cold season is just the right time to cut back all the trees. But beware: Not every tree tolerates a winter cut, also should stay in the workshop, the scissors or saw in frost.
Cutting fruit trees in winter
Depending on the growth and flowering behavior, trees are cut either in spring, after flowering, in autumn or even in winter. In particular, fruit trees should be cut vigorously between January and February, as this period promotes the production of fruit wood. In principle, a pruning is also possible in the fall, however, the autumnal shortening stimulates the tree rather to increased growth - which in turn hinders the fruiting. Ergo, the winter cut is better suited to hope for a rich harvest.
When should be cut in winter - and when not
However, looking at the calendar is not enough for choosing the right time. In addition, you must also wait for the weather, because in frost, snow or rain may not be cut. Ideal is a day on which
The problem with cutting at freezing temperatures is that it can disrupt the fragile cold protection system of a tree. The branches and branches are surrounded by an insulating bark consisting of two layers: the outer bark provides a shield to the outside, while the underlying Cambrian protects the inside of the tree from the cold. If the tree is now cut, the bare wounds threaten to freeze and the affected branches / branches can become brittle. This in turn impedes the healthy re-emergence in spring and promotes the growth of fungi.
Retrieval of winter cut
Should a winter cut not be possible due to unfavorable temperatures, you can also make up for it. When is the best time depends on the tree species. However, you should do the cut during the sprouting / growth phase as wounds close better.
Tips
Recent research has shown that the formerly common closure of cuts is counterproductive and rather achieves the opposite of what is actually to be achieved. Fungal diseases spread faster and wounds take longer to close.