Introduction to Pruning (online and in person)

Practice correct pruning techniques and learn which plants to prune now and, more important, which to prune later.

Known as dormant pruning, thoughtful removal of branches in winter is easy and encourages proper spring growth. In this class at The Morton Arboretum, you will complete a short online component at your convenience before the in-person session. In-person class time will be spent in the field with an expert, who will demonstrate what to prune and how to do it. Then put on your gloves, grab some pruners, and try it yourself!

This program includes a self-paced online component and an on-site session.

Instructor: Katrina Lewin. plant records coordinator, The Morton Arboretum

Age: 16 and older

Course number: H139

What to Know

This program includes an online component you will complete on your own, and one scheduled in-person field session.

Please provide a unique email address for each registrant at registration.

Registrants will receive an email with instructions on how to access Treelearning, the Arboretum’s online learning portal about one week before class. Access lasts for 60 days.

Complete the online components before the in-person session. It should take about 60 minutes. The self-paced activities do not need to be completed in one sitting. Your instructor will not be online with you.

Please dress for the weather during the in-person session, with long sleeves, long pants, and sturdy footwear.

Bring water, a snack, and materials for taking notes in the field.

Questions about Registration
630-719-2468
Registrar-ed@mortonarb.org
Weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Format
Online and in person
Thursday, March 7, 2024, noon Central: Access self-paced online materials.
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to noon: Meet in person at the Arboretum.
Online (Treelearning) and Thornhill Education Center
H139
$42 member
$49 guest
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