In contrast to its wild counterparts in Africa, the European baobab tree only reaches a small height. Hobby gardeners can simply cut it at almost any time. A few practical tips serve as a guide.
When and how should you prune the baobab tree?
The baobab tree can be pruned all year round to promote compact growth. Remove shoots below the main crown, prune near the buds and shorten branches in winter and individual leaves in summer. However, do not cut more than two-thirds of the entire tree volume.
The right time
Nature lovers in this country often prefer the small stature. For this purpose, the baobab tree can be trimmed all year round.
Procedure:
- Remove shoots (grow under the main crown)
- prune near the bud (thereby ensuring new growth on the branch)
Tip:
- Winter months: shorten individual branches
- Summer months: trim individual leaves
Advantages
Pruning causes the baobab tree to grow into a compact plant. He gets a strong appearance. Adansonia appears denser because more branches form.
If you want to blend an older specimen with flowers or even fruits, these will set the tone. As soon as the tree has faded or has been harvested, you can cut off individual branches.
How much to cut?
It's not just the height of growth that is an important reason for pruning the baobab tree. Rather, hobby gardeners like to lend a hand for aesthetic and decorative reasons.
Don't cut off too much:
More than two thirds of the entire tree volume should never be cut.
Take a close look at the plant first, up close and from a distance. Before using the scissors, mark the individual shoots that will be cut. In this way, the end result comes particularly close to the ideas of every hobby gardener.
Tool for the right cut
You can use scissors for thinner shoots. Sharp knives cut thicker branches precisely. Hands are best for removing leaves.
Tips & Tricks
The baobab tree can reach a height of 2 meters in domestic living rooms. If this is desired, hobby gardeners should rarely cut Adansonia.
