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What does pruning a tree or shrub do?

Removes selected branches to shape and improve growth.

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  1. Adds water to the roots
  2. Changes the soil color
  3. Removes selected branches to shape and improve growth ✔

Why: Pruning removes chosen branches to keep plants healthy, shaped, and safe.

Huh, didn't know that: Pruning removes chosen branches to keep plants healthy, shaped, and safe.

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Pruning is a cut above random chopping.
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Answer: Removes selected branches to shape and improve growth. Pruning removes chosen branches to keep plants healthy, shaped, and safe.

  1. Scouting America: Plant Science www.scouting.org/merit-badges/plant-science
    Demonstrate good pruning techniques and tell why pruning is important
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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