

Fri, Feb 07
|Zoom
Part 1: Winter Fruit Tree Pruning: Online Theory
Two Part Series: Online Theory (Feb 7) & Hands-on in Sakaw Garden (Feb 8) Please register for either part OR both sessions. *Note: It is highly recommended but not required to attend Part 1 as we’ll be learning the basics that you’ll need to know to apply in the hands-on part at the orchard.
Time & Location
Feb 07, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Zoom
About the event
Instructor: Myrna Peters, Community Garden Director & ISA Certified Arborist
Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop: 2-Part Series
Part 1: Online Theory (Feb 1 at 7:00 PM)
Zoom link for Part 1 will be sent closer to the workshop date.
Part 2: Hands-On at Sakaw Gardens (Feb 8 at 11:00 AM)
Register for one or both sessions.
Price: $5 per part
Please Note:
Attending Part 1 is highly recommended but not required as it covers the essential basics needed for the hands-on experience in Part 2.
About Part 1: Online Theory
Learn the fundamentals of winter pruning for fruit trees and shrubs, including:
Pruning Tools: Proper care and maintenance
Benefits of Winter Pruning: Why pruning in winter is essential for healthy growth
What to Prune: Key considerations before you start, such as:
What do you want to achieve with your fruit trees or shrubs?
Where should the cuts be made, and why?
What are your final goals for the tree or shrub’s shape and fruiting?
About the Instructor
Myrna Peters is an ISA Certified Arborist with over 20 years experience working in the private and commercial TREE CARE Industry. She currently works for Arbor Man Tree Care as a Consultant/Estimator/IPM Manager (insects & fungus). Myrna is excited to share her knowledge and experience with us.
