Shrubs are a durable and important component of planted landscapes. This class at The Morton Arboretum will examine the care needs and management requirements for the most popular species of shrub in the Midwest.
Students will learn:
- How and when to prune different species of shrub
- Whether or not fertilization is necessary
- How to identify and respond to common pests and disease
- Other science-backed tips for long-lived shrubs
The class will include an outdoor walk on the Arboretum grounds to view shrub varieties up close as well as a pruning demonstration and hands-on practice of pruning techniques.
This program meets in person at the Arboretum.
Instructor: Heather Prince, horticulturist
Age: 16 and older
Course number: H128
Instructor
Heather Prince, horticulturist
Heather Prince is a trained horticulturist specializing in trees, shrubs, and native plants. She has been a part of the green industry for more than 20 years in numerous facets, from public to private. She currently balances a busy freelance writing and teaching schedule with her role as email marketing manager for The Garden of Words. She firmly believes anyone can garden and everyone will fall in love with plants given the chance.
What to Know
This program meets indoors and outdoors.
Check the forecast and dress for the weather.
If you have a pair, please bring your own pruners. There will be some pruners and gloves available.
Program Schedule
Friday, April 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Thornhill Education Center (Parking Lot 21), West Side
