püstised
Püstised are a traditional Estonian technique used in herb and landscape management, characterized by the selective cutting or trimming of trees, shrubs, and grasses. The term originates from Estonian cultural practices aimed at shaping and maintaining natural areas, often for functional or aesthetic purposes. Püstised are typically created by cutting vegetation to a uniform height, leaving a stand of closely spaced, stumpy growths that resemble a hedge or a dense thicket.
Historically, püstised have served multiple roles, including landscape delimitation, boundary marking, and habitat management. They have
In practice, püstised are maintained by periodic trimming and adaptation to the local environmental conditions. They
Today, püstised are recognized as a cultural heritage and ecological management practice that emphasizes sustainable interaction