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Hands-on Pruning with Henry Homeyer
March 23 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
$35 – $175
Due to the weather predictions for Saturday, March 23rd this workshop has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 30th at 1:00 pm. Â Registered participants will automatically be registered for the rescheduled workshop. If you are preregistered and unable to attend on the 30th please email us at events@shakermuseum.org.
Hands-on Pruning with Henry Homeyer
Cultivating Healthy Gardens with Precision
Cultivating Green Spaces Gardening Series
Saturday, March 30, 2024
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Hands-on Pruning with Henry Homeyer is an interactive workshop that will give you the skills and knowledge needed to master the art of pruning. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a novice enthusiast, this hands-on experience is designed to demystify the pruning process and equip you with the techniques to enhance the health and beauty of your garden.
Workshop Highlights:
Principles of Pruning: Learn the fundamental principles of pruning, including the importance of timing and recognizing different pruning cuts.
Tool Mastery: Learn about the different pruning tools and their proper usage. Get hands-on experience with pruning shears, loppers, saws, and other essential equipment.
Plant-specific Techniques: Explore tailored pruning techniques for different types of plants, such as shrubs and perennials. Understand the unique needs of each species and how to optimize growth.
Seasonal Strategies: Discover the optimal times to prune for various plants, ensuring that you promote robust growth and vibrant blooms.
Disease and Pest Prevention: Understand how proper pruning practices contribute to the prevention of diseases and pests. Learn to identify and address potential issues before they become a major challenge.
Hands-0n Practice in the Museum Gardens.
Q&A: Have your specific questions answered by Henry Homeyer.
Who Should Attend: Gardening enthusiasts and homeowners looking to enhance their garden’s health and aesthetics.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your gardening skills and foster a thriving, well-pruned garden. Jin us for expert guidance and discover the joy of cultivating a healthier outdoor space.
Cultivating Green Spaces Gardening Series (see individual listings for details of other workshops in the series):
Backyard Organic GardeningÂ
Saturday, March 9, 2024  10:00 am  – 12:00 pm
Fruitful Harvest: A Home Garden Workshop on Growing Your Own Fruits
Saturday, March 23, 2024 Â 10:00 am – 12:00pm
Hands-on Pruning: Cultivating Healthy Gardens with Precision
Saturday, March 23, 2024 Â 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Cultivating Biodiversity: Gardening with Native Plants for Pollinators
Saturday, April 13, 2024 Â 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Rooting Out Invasives: Identifying and Managing Invasive Plant Species
Saturday, April 13, 2024 Â 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Class is limited to 20 participants. Advance registration is required.
Sign up for this class only:
Museum Member – $35/person
Non-Member – $40/person
Sign up for the series of 5 workshops:
Museum Member – $150/person
Non-Member – $175/person
All proceeds from this workshop go to support the educational mission of Enfield Shaker Museum.
Coming from a distance? Why not plan to stay overnight in the historic Great Stone Dwelling? Check out room availability here.
Want to know more about Henry Homeyer?
Henry Homeyer (The Gardening Guy) is a lifelong organic gardener living in Cornish, NH, where he has been planting flowers and trees since 1970. He is the author of four gardening books and has written a weekly gardening column for newspapers around New England for more than 24 years. He teaches organic gardening workshops throughout New England and is a regular monthly commentator on Vermont Public Radio.