Start date: Saturday, August 5 2023.
Schedule:
On Saturday, August 5, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
VanDusen Guides Classroom
Resource person: learn@vandusen.org
Location: VanDusen Guides Classroom | 5151 Oak St, Vancouver, BC, V6M 4H1
Description:
Discover the art of summer pruning in this class for beginners. Learn how to harness the power of plant biology to control growth in deciduous trees and shrubs, making it ideal for those with limited space, like small yards or balconies. Explore the transformative benefits of summer pruning on fruiting trees, enhancing light penetration, airflow, and fruit quality. Gain invaluable insights on pruning Japanese Maples, Birch Trees, and Plums, as Laurelle, following ISA pruning guidelines, guides you through the dos and don'ts. Bring a sharp bypass if you have one; otherwise, we will have some extra on hand. Unleash the potential of your plants with summer pruning! Online pre-registration is required. Instructor’s Bio Laurelle Oldford-Down is a retired Landscape Designer and local apple grower with over 25 years of experience in the industry. Throughout her career, she owned and operated her own design and build company, gaining a reputation for exceptional residential plantings that captivated gardening enthusiasts from White Rock to North Vancouver. Her expertise extends to heritage and connoisseur apples, with a collection of over 100 potted and in-ground varieties rarely found in supermarkets, making her a valued member of the BC Fruit Testers Association. Laurelle's passion for sharing her knowledge led her to instruct the Fruits and Berries section for the VanDusen Master Gardeners in Vancouver. Moreover, she actively contributes to the gardening community through her writings, involvement with the Art's Nursery Home and Garden social media team, and sought-after speaking engagements, being frequently rebooked due to popular demand.
Available: Full
Price: $36.00 Taxes not included
Notes: Please note that registration will close at 4:00 p.m. PT, one business day before the event. Cancellation policy: No refunds will be given for education courses. A credit will be applied to your account for cancellations with one week's notice. With less than a week's notice, no credit will be given. No new credit will be issued if the cancelled course was purchased using prior credit. Program cancellation by the VBGA due to Public Health Restrictions will result in education program credit equivalent to the value lost. Credits must be used within one year from the date issued. Please notify us of your cancellation in writing to learn@vandusen.org
Prerequisites: Educational programs are available for both members and non-members. In order to register for a class, you first need to open an account with Amilia, our online registration portal. Note that your membership account does NOT give you this access. You must open a separate account in Amilia. Follow this link to create your account: https://www.amilia.com/en/Signup Please save your Amilia account username & password for registration in future classes.
More information: Instructor: Laurelle Oldford-Down
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