Put down the hedge shears! Through both classroom instruction and hands-on field training, this December 8 class at the Arnold Arboretum will include what’s, whys, and how’s of proper pruning approaches and techniques. Andrew Gapinski will focus on small ornamental trees, young shade trees, and shrubs with general approaches towards maintaining a plant’s natural form and encouraging health and vigor. Note: Pruning for fruit production will not be covered in this offering. Dress for indoor and outdoor learning. Class begins at 9:30 am in the Hunnewell Building. Fee $32 Arboretum member, $42 nonmember. Register at my.arboretum.harvard.edu or call 617-384-5277.
