Desert Rose Bonsai Pruning

Make the cuts just above a leaf node or where the stem joins with another stem.
Desert rose bonsai pruning. In most cases it is not good to prune back more than one fourth of the tree s root mass. The tree along with all of its soil should be removed from the pot. When pruning a desert rose try to make cuts at a 45 degree angle to create a more natural appearance. However you will have the most success pruning just before flowers appear.
Making the cuts 1. Pruning a desert rose bonsai. For more detailed information on these. This way there is no unsightly stub.
Pruning stimulates more ramification and as a. Flowers appear on new shoots so time pruning well. These tend to appear on new shoots and pruning can encourage more flower buds to develop. Good care will prevent most infestations.
You can prune your desert rose bonsai at any time of the year. Blooming occurs on new growth. You can do light pruning or 2 throughout the season if need be. This is done by raking the soil away then pruning back the roots.
Prune any branches that rub or cross other branches. When you prune make sure you wear gloves. Once you ve decided the shape you want the desert rose. I m in tucson arizona.
Reson behind pruning adenium is to improve flowring capacity nice. You can give your desert rose a hard or a light pruning depending on what appeals to you. If you do a hard pruning taking the stems down to 4 5 above the trunk you probably won t have to do it again for a few years. Cut at a 45 degree angle above the flower nodes or junctions.
Hi garden lovers in this video i show you how to prune not cut the desert rose or adenium plant i cut it 45 degree angle. Specific bonsai care guidelines for the desert rose watering. Look at the desert rose for any rotting branches that are black dark brown or yellow.