Pruning Trees and Shrubs To Protect Your Investment
Discover how pruning the right way, at the right time, can prevent many problems with your trees and shrubs, and why doing the opposite can expose your trees to damage and disease. Learn recommended tools & techniques for pruning your trees and shrubs the right way to protect your investment. Pruning alters the form and growth of trees and shrubs, and pruning correctly during the tree's formative years can prevent many potential problems. Proper pruning can also increase flower and fruit production. Although late winter is the best time for pruning trees, learn why it may not be the best time for pruning some shrubs. Handouts will be included.
Paul Richtman
PAUL RICHTMAN has been a Washington County Master Gardener since 2004. His expertise in gardening is growing fruits and vegetables as a backyard hobby. He will share his knowledge and enthusiasm to get you started. Master Gardeners receive 52 hours of classroom experience taught by professors in specific areas of horticulture through the University of Minnesota Extension Service. View more courses taught by Paul Richtman.