Fruit Tree Pruning workshop

Increase the beauty and productivity of your fruit trees with this informative, two-part, hands-on pruning class by locally renowned fruit tree expert, Monica Maggio. Timely pruning can improve the shape, strength, and fruit set of your trees, and help reduce pest and disease pressure.

Part One is a Friday evening lecture, delivered via Zoom (at your home), that will cover general pruning theory. Friday, Feb. 7 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm via Zoom. (You will be provided with a Zoom link a day or two prior to the class). Note: you must have a (free) Zoom account in order to attend.

Part Two is a Saturday in-field session that includes experiential instruction on specific techniques to help you learn how to make the best cuts on your fruit trees with confidence and skill. Saturday, Feb. 8 from 12noon to 2pm in Vancouver (Hazel Dell), WA. Exact location provided upon registration. This portion will include standing and walking the whole time. Dress for the weather and bring water. No tools necessary.

Cost: $50. Attendance for the Zoom-only portion of the class is $20.

No admission without advance registration at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1107246797979?aff=oddtdtcreator.

For more information: (564) 397-5738 or Erika.d.johnson@wsu.edu. Visit us online at https://extension.wsu.edu/clark/community-education/workshops-events/.