
Vegetative
Plant Life
Use 'vegetative' when discussing plant life cycles or biological processes related to growth.

Researchers study the vegetative stages of crops to improve yields.
Active Growth
'Vegetative' can describe the phase when plants are actively growing leaves and stems.

Gardeners should provide plenty of water during the vegetative phase.
Non-Flowering
'Vegetative' often highlights growth excluding flower and fruit development.

The vegetative parts of the plant are healthy, but it hasn't flowered yet.
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