IGNOU BLPI 2 2026 - Define pruning and explain the different methods of pruning

Question

Define pruning and explain the different methods of pruning practiced in sub-tropical and temperate zones, highlighting their purpose and advantages.

28 Feb 2026

Answer :

Word Count : 478

Pruning is the horticultural practice of selectively removing specific parts of a plant, such as branches, buds, or roots, to improve the plant's structure, health, and productivity. In host plant cultivation, pruning is an essential management technique that ensures better growth, higher yield, and enhanced quality of produce. It also helps in controlling pests and diseases by improving air circulation and sunlight penetration, which reduces the favorable conditions for fungal and bacterial growth. Proper pruning encourages the formation of new shoots, stimulates flowering, and maintains the desired shape and size of the plant, making it easier for management and harvesting. In sub-tropical zones, host plants often face rapid growth due to warmer temperatures and abundant rainfall. Here, pruning methods are primarily focused on managing

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