Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Home and Garden: [header] How to prune eggplant [title] Pinch the first set of flowers as they bud. [step] As your eggplant starts to blossom, pinch the first buds you see coming through. Use your fingers to gently pinch the buds right where they meet the stock of the plant.

Ending1: [substeps] This encourages your plant to put more energy into growing sturdy stocks and deep roots instead of producing new fruit right away. New blossoms will appear in a few weeks, and your plant will be better able to support large, healthy fruits. Ending2: This will make them easier to take root. [substeps] Pinching flowers close to the work surface also helps to prevent dirt from seeping into the small buds. Ending3: [substeps] If you notice a strong, vibrant bud, the eggplant is ready for pruning. If you notice a weak bud, the plant is going to need to be planted in a different location. Ending4: [substeps] Holding the brooch in one hand, use the other hand to gently pinch the blossoms and fruit of your eggplant. Once you have pinched all of the flowers, be careful not to cut down too far (like right across the middle of the base where the stem meets the leaves).

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