Pruning Basics

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This is a self-paced online course. Note the "Schedule" of each session for more information.
Learn the essential pruning techniques for woody plants used by NYBG experts. In this course, our plant professionals will guide you through the key principles of pruning woody plants such as small trees and shrubs. Through informative videos and quizzes, you'll gain the know-how and confidence to put these basic methods into practice on your own plants. This course features pre-recorded lectures and pruning demonstrations filmed on NYBG's gorgeous 250 acres.

Course Objectives
After completing this course, you'll be able to:

• Describe the basic principles of pruning woody plants and the primary types of cuts
• Identify when a woody plant should be pruned
• Explain the science of pruning and identify the plant's responses to it
• Choose and maintain the appropriate pruning tools for best practices
• Use proper safety measures and appropriate pruning techniques and habits

Featured Plant Professionals

• Richard Smith, Director of NYBG's School of Professional Horticulture
• Mobee Weinstein, Foreman of Gardeners at NYBG

How It Works
Learn at your own pace in an online format. The pre-recorded course videos feature NYBG's plant professionals who will guide you through the material. Videos will include quizzes designed to deepen your understanding of the course content. You'll have access to all videos and quizzes for 60 days after the course start date, allowing you to complete the course at any time within that period.

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Schedule:	This online course is self-paced. Access to course content will begin on July 1. You'll continue to receive access to course videos and materials through Canvas for 60 days.
	Only 28 days left to register!
Location:	Online-Flexible,
Session Number:	261PLT140
Price:	Price Non-Member : $104.00 Member : $94.00

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