Chapter 13 Quiz – Pruning Solved 100%
Which of the following is NOT a reason for pruning?
change cultivars
plant health
maximize light interception
control plant size and shape - ANS-change cultivars
Never remove more than ________ of the plants canopy in a single season, when
pruning.
3/4
1/2
1/4
1/3 - ANS-1/3
(T or F) All plants are adapted to shearing. - ANS-F
Removing part of the immature new growth of a pine or spruce is called
___________________.
candling
shearing
bonsai
pickling - ANS-candling
Why is the 3 cut method recommended when removing large branches?
it makes it easier to remove the branch collar
it prevents large bark rips as the limb falls
it makes it easier to paint the wound when finished
it makes it safer for the arborist - ANS-it prevents large bark rips as the limb falls
(T or F) As a general rule, it is best to avoid making heading cuts for size control unless
absolutely necessary. - ANS-T
Which is not a shape control method of pruning trees?
open access
open center or vase
central leader
modified central leader - ANS-open access
A proper hedge should be shaped like ___________.
the capital letter V
the capital letter Y
the capital letter A
the capital letter O - ANS-the capital letter A
