Winter Pruning - St Erth, Blackwood
Masterclass - Sunday 5 July - BlackwoodAbout this experience
Whether establishing a new orchard or caring for established fruit trees, winter pruning is an essential part of managing fruit trees. Pruning when trees are dormant allows for the removal of larger branches, old wood and excess growth helping to keep trees productive. Join Diggers’ Head of Gardens, Julian Blackhirst to learn the principles of winter pruning and fruit tree maintenance.
What you will learn:
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The differences between winter and summer pruning methods and their uses.
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How to reinvigorate older trees and orchards by pruning in winter.
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The varying pruning requirements of different types of fruit trees.
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How to limit or encourage growth of fruit trees by pruning at different times of year so you can keep your fruit trees at a manageable size.
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Pruning techniques to develop well structured, vase shaped trees for better fruit production.
This Masterclass is designed to teach you everything you need to know to confidently prune your orchard over winter, renovate existing orchards and prune young trees to shape.
Your Host
Julian is a passionate gardener and Head of Gardens at The Diggers Club. With a background in organic gardening and growing heirloom vegetables Julian has spent decades working in Digger's historic gardens. He enjoys being surrounded by nature, creating edible gardens and sharing his experience of sustainable and organic gardening practices.
