Tip: Prune in the morning and in dry weather so that the wounds dry quickly.
You may end up removing fertile side shoots.The microclimate within the stand can be positively influenced by pruning Disadvantages of pruning Fruit control: By removing unwanted shoots you ensure that your plant puts energy towards fruit growth and not leaf growth.
This is important, because cucumber plants are susceptible to soil-borne diseases and mildew. Disease control: Removing the lower side shoots and thinning out the foliage improves aeration, so the plant will dry faster.Growth control: In a greenhouse, where space is limited, pruning ensures your plants grow up and not out.However, there are still several good reasons to do prune your plants: There is no scientific evidence that pruning increases fruit yield. Opinions differ on whether it is necessary to prune cucumber plants.
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