pruning

Mechanical thinning does much of the work of prescribed burning methodically by hand: cutting down small trees, removing brush, pruning the lower limbs of larger trees so fire can’t climb up into the canopy.

"They exhibit more concentrated flower bud formation and increased fruit yield while requiring less pruning. This makes them ideal for modern orchards, especially in challenging growing conditions."

"Cannabis appears to disrupt the brain's natural process of refining and pruning synapses, which is essential for healthy brain development."

They found that most homes in the town had defensible space, thanks to pruning done by owners.

As I felt when I saw this revival on Broadway, Furth’s book might have benefited from some judicious pruning.