Bush

nounStandard termFarming

A woody plant characterized by multiple stems branching near the ground.

A woody horticultural plant that naturally develops multiple stems from the base rather than a single central trunk. In farming and landscaping, bushes are typically maintained under six meters in height and are cultivated for fruit production, windbreaks, or ornamental structure.

Heard on the job

Prune out the dead wood from the center of the blueberry bush to improve airflow and fruit set.