Professional pruning techniques can mean the difference between a healthy, structurally sound and beautifully shaped tree or a tree that ends up in the chipper. Gain a thorough review of pruning principles and techniques for landscape trees and shrubs. Through lecture, discussion and slide presentations, participants explore tree biology and response to pruning with a focus on improving decision making.
Topics include:
- Rationale and techniques for thinning and heading cuts
- Formative and structural pruning
- Managing young trees and shrubs
The practices presented are derived from years of careful observation and research, and are designed to best preserve the structural integrity, beauty and functionality of Woody plants. You will receive a copy of the current ISA Best Management Practices Tree Pruning booklet.
Who benefits:
Arborists, landscape architects, gardeners, grounds maintenance workers, golf course professionals and those working for municipal public works, tree services, landscape companies and anyone caring for trees on their property.