
The cherry branches tend to rot easily when cut, while if the plum branches are not pruned properly, excessive branches will grow, preventing flowers from blooming the following year. This conveys the method of maintaining garden trees.

It may appear to be considerate and clever at first glance, but it actually refers to superficial wisdom.

One must be careful with their words, as careless statements can lead to ruin.

It means that even if they are not particularly intelligent, if three people gather and discuss, they can come up with some good ideas.