Prune and Train

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Pruning and training are essential gardening techniques used to enhance plant growth and structure. Pruning involves the selective removal of plant parts, such as branches, leaves, and buds, to promote health, improve yield, and control shape. It helps to remove dead or diseased parts, thin out dense foliage for better light penetration and airflow, and encourage new growth. Techniques like topping and pinching are used to stimulate bushy growth, while thinning helps redirect energy to other parts of the plant. Training plants involves manipulating their growth pattern to achieve a desired shape or structure. Techniques such as low-stress training (LST) and Screen of Green (SCROG) encourage horizontal growth, maximizing light exposure and promoting even canopy development. These methods help prevent legginess by distributing growth more evenly, resulting in fuller, healthier plants. Proper pruning and training can improve plant aesthetics, increase fruit and flower production, and extend the lifespan of plants by maintaining their vigor and preventing overgrowth.