Removing of certain shoots, cones, spurs from the base of plant is called___________________?

Correct answer: A. Thinning out

  • A. Thinning out
  • B. Training
  • C. Pruning
  • D. Heading back

Explanation

Thinning out means removing an entire shoot, cone or spur from its point of origin at the plant base. Heading back instead shortens a shoot by cutting part of it, while training shapes the plant without this specific removal.

Written and checked by , editorLast updated
Report an error

The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.

Prefer email? [email protected]

Practise Horticulture

286 free Horticulture MCQs from Agriculture, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.

Discussion

Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.

No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.

Exams that ask Agriculture questions like this

Agriculture is on this paper prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for it.

More Horticulture questions