You are invited to our Apple Tree Pruning Workshop led by a local expert and orchard manager, Jimmy Thelen.

Topics covered include an introduction to rootstocks, comparisons of pruning styles (with a focus on the Central Leader Style), five tips of pruning, tool overview, etc. This class takes into consideration both the art and science of pruning apple trees.

• Date: Saturday, March 22

• Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

• Cost: $42/person

• Location: BrynTeg Farm, N1087 St. John’s Way, Oconomowoc, WI

Who should attend?

• Backyard Enthusiasts

• Apple Tree Owners (whether you have no trees yet, young trees, or ancient trees that haven’t been pruned in the last 30 years)

• Prior Year Attendees who need a refresher

• Anyone who wants to learn

What should you bring?

• Paper for notes

• Your own pruning tools, if desired, to ask questions and compare

• Rain coat/gear or other weather-appropriate wear (If there is snow on the ground, please wear boots, as the orchard would likely have snow too.)

• Gloves

• Water

Registration in advance is required. Non-refundable (unless the class is cancelled) and non-transferable. If Wisconsin weather finally produces a snow storm on March 22, the rescheduled snow-date is Saturday, March 29, 2-4 p.m. This workshop will be held outside and inside at our farm. No children and no pets, please.

Register below.

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