How to Pinch Plants
Pinching Back: What does
it really mean?
One term that’s often
thrown around among gardeners is “pinching.” This may confuse newer gardeners,
as it’s not often explained properly. What is pinching? Why is it important?
What’s the proper way to pinch? Keep reading to find out!
What is pinching plants?
Pinching is a type of
pruning, which encourages branching of a plant. This means that when you
‘pinch’ a plant, you are removing a main stem in order to encourage the plant
to grow two new stems below it.
Why should I pinch?
One of the biggest
reasons to pinch a plant is to force it to take on a fuller form. By pinching,
the plant is forced to produce twice as many stems. This causes it to look
fuller and more appealing! Another big reason we pinch plants is to keep them
compact. When a plant is pinched, it is forced to focus it’s energy on
replacing lost stems, rather then growing in height.
How do I pinch?
Pinching is easy. The
term comes from the fact that most people literally pinch with their fingers.
You can also use a pair of scissors or clippers. It’s usually best to pinch
right above a node (the place where a side stem or leaf meets a main stem.)
A link on the subject can be found at:
http://www.sunlitfarms.com/site/How_to_Pinch_Plants.html
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