Saturday, December 14, 9:30 am – 12:00 noon – Measure Twice, Cut Once: Introductory Tree and Shrub Pruning
Put down the hedge shears! Through both classroom instruction and hands-on field training, this Arnold Arboretum class on December 14 from 9:30 – noon will include whats, whys, and hows of proper pruning approaches and techniques.
Instructor 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. The class will begin in the Hunnewell Building, 125 Arborway, and is $38. Register at www.my.arboretum.harvard.edu
