gardening

• Prune back

  To reduce something in size, quantity, or scope, often to improve its future growth or efficiency.

• Have green fingers

  To possess a natural talent for gardening, making plants thrive and grow well.

• Green thumb

  A green thumb describes a person who has a natural talent for growing plants and making them flourish.

• Nip it in the bud

  To stop a potential problem or negative situation when it is still very small, before it has a chance to develop or worsen.