Pruning for Restoration Sites, Natural Areas, and Trailsides

Start Date

03/12/2020

End Date

03/12/2020

Description

This training combines classroom and field instruction to explain how to manage and prune native vegetation planted adjacent to trails, drives, and streets for optimal environmental functions, appearance, safety, & visibility. Learn how to prune to reduce long-term labor needs and to lengthen the time between pruning cycles. We will cover key types of native plants commonly used and best management practices for their pruning. We will also discuss common pruning techniques that are ineffective and why, and demonstrate the best pruning techniques for the most effective results.

Location

Seattle, WA

Distance Learning

Course Equivalency

Subjects

Horticulture / Plants
Parks & Recreation
Security Design

Health, Safety and Welfare

Yes

Hours

6.0

Learning Outcomes

Learn:
Different natural area landscape types
Appropriate pruning practices for natural areas
Techniques for trail clearance by plant type
How to match pruning and vegetation management techniques to the objectives and uses of the site.
some basic hands-on pruning practice

Instructors

Christina Pfeiffer, Horticultural Consultant

Course Codes

Provider

University of Washington Botanic Gardens

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