Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sprigging

noun

/ˈsprɪɡɪŋ/

Definition

The act of planting young shoots or branches, especially in the context of gardening or landscaping.

Examples

After sprigging the new lawn, it took a few weeks for the grass to establish itself.
Gardeners often use sprigging to quickly create a lush and vibrant landscape.
The team decided to focus on sprigging the areas where the soil had eroded.

Meaning

Sprigging refers to the process of using sprigs, which are small shoots or young branches, to propagate plants or to enhance the appearance of a garden or lawn by strategically placing these green shoots into the soil.