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terminal
opposite
alternate
alternate zig-zag
clustered
hairy
quiescence

In Britain most tree growth occurs in spring and summer. During the growing season the tree produces buds ready for next years growth. These buds remain dormant during the winter and open in the following spring. Inside each bud are tiny preformed leaves, shoots or flowers.
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