prune back

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To trim a plant in order to make it smaller or to shape it.

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  • The roses had been pruned back more severely.
  • You should prune back the overgrown branches to encourage new growth.
  • It's important to prune back fruit trees in late winter for a better harvest.
  • The gardener decided to prune back the bush into a more manageable shape.
  • If you don't prune back the wisteria, it will quickly take over the wall.
  • She spent the afternoon pruning back the lavender in her garden.
  • We need to prune back the hedges before they block the pathway completely.
  • Have you pruned back the climbing roses yet this season?
  • They will prune back the diseased parts of the plant to prevent it from spreading.
  • The old apple tree needs to be pruned back significantly.