Why
People often find themselves confronted with a ‘jungle’ of overgrown, unruly shrubs and trees, and wonder what to do about it. Even if they aren’t at that stage, knowing what to prune, when, and how to do it in order to maximise the health and vigour of your plant will reduce the worries about doing this.
Aim
This workshop will provide an introduction to pruning, from when you can safely hack to where more cautious work is needed, giving you the confidence to start managing your woody plants for best results. This will be a hands-on practical demonstration and exercise working with trees and shrubs in the Yorkshire Arboretum.
Audience
Introduction to Tree Health Problems is a half day course for people who want to know more about pests and diseases in trees. Teaching in the classroom and a short tour will be used to familiarise learners with some high profile tree pests and basic categories of problems that affect tree health.
Content
To explain why pruning is needed using example scenarios
Guide through the principles of pruning with live examples in the arboretum
Show how good, bad and a lack of pruning affect plant health and longevity
Talk through the most suitable tools for the task, and use them to prune some practice specimens
Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
Confidently apply your pruning skills in your own garden
Decide which of your woody plants need pruning and when you should do it
Place your cuts for the best aesthetic and healthiest outcome
Know of some key resources to turn to for help with your pruning decisions
Please dress warmly and bring robust gloves; tools will be provided but feel free to bring personal implements that you’re comfortable working with. Age 16+ only please.
Booking Information
Location: Yorkshire Arboretum Tree Health Centre
Tutors: Dr John Grimshaw Fee: £90
Level: No prior knowledge required
Includes buffet lunch
This course is available as part of a discounted package.
For more details and to book please click here.
