What does the cryptic crossword clue "Shift scenery as required (9)" mean?

The definition is "required". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SCENERYAS ("scenery as") [anagram: "Shift"] = NECESSARY; definition: "required" The answer is NECESSARY.

Shift scenery as required (9)

Guardian Cryptic #23605 | 19 Across | 2005-11-07 flower

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