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- How to cut Thuja as a ball
- Thuja cut as a ball
- Cut Tree of Life into shape three times a year
- Two shape cuts in the summer
- How to cut a ball
- Do not cut on sunny days or in rain
- Tips
The Thuja is often cut as a ball
How to cut Thuja as a ball
Thuja or Tree of Life is not only a very popular plant for the hedge. Even as a form of wood makes the tree a good figure. Usually the spherical shape is chosen. How do you cut a thuja as a ball?
Thuja cut as a ball
The most popular form for cutting thuja besides the conical shape is the spherical shape. For that you should choose a not so fast awake Thuja variety.
For the first two years, let the tree of life grow without cutting it into shape. Then the roots develop better and the tree becomes generally stronger.
Cut Tree of Life into shape three times a year
While you first have to cut a hedge twice, and later only once a year, up to three cutbacks occur when you cut the hedge:
In April you will do the main section. The Thuja is greatly shortened, so that it gives the shape of a ball. Remove transversely awake shoots as they impede air circulation. This can prevent early balding and prevent fungal infestation.
Never cut a tree of life behind the green unless there are branches that are attacked by fungi or pests. It takes a long time for such spots to turn green again.
Two shape cuts in the summer
After each re-emergence, branches appear that protrude from the sphere. Just cut it to the desired length.
How to cut a ball
To get a really round ball, make a template out of wire or cardboard. A wire mesh simply put over the crown of the Thuja. Then you can cut off all protruding branches.
When using a template, wrap it around the crown and cut along it.
Do not cut on sunny days or in rain
Prune the tree of life - whether as a hedge or a ball - never in strong sunshine or when the tree is very wet.
The interfaces are then discolored brownish.
Tips
Thuja can also be cut well as a spiral. You get templates for it in the trade. As a tip is often cut a ball.