What is the process of inspecting plants before planting referred to?

The process of inspecting plants before planting is known as preventive control. This practice involves looking at the health and condition of plants prior to their introduction into a landscape or garden environment to identify potential pests, diseases, or other issues that may affect their growth or the surrounding ecosystem. By implementing preventive measures, landscapers can minimize the risk of introducing harmful organisms that could compromise the health of other plants and the overall landscape.

This proactive approach helps ensure that only healthy, robust plants are chosen for planting, effectively reducing future maintenance challenges and promoting a healthier growing environment. Through preventive control, landscape professionals can manage potential threats before they arise, rather than reacting to problems as they occur.

The other options pertain to different aspects of maintenance and management but do not specifically address the pre-planting inspection focus that preventive control encompasses.