Saturday, January 24, 2026
10am - 12:30pm
Washington Park
Registration required

Event Description
Join the Urban Ecology Center for a workshop to learn how to properly prune fruit trees within your home orchard or a community garden. This workshop will cover proper pruning techniques, the best timing to prune, tools for the job and how to pair your tree cultivars for a bountiful harvest. Participants can expect one hour of classroom instruction followed by one hour of hands-on pruning practice outdoors with an Urban Ecology Center Land Manager.

Classroom Learning Topics:

Types of Pruning Cuts: Understand the basic types of pruning cuts and their effects on plants.

Pruning Standards and Timing: Learn the standards for pruning and the best times to prune.

Restoring Mal-Pruned Trees: Techniques for successfully restoring trees that have been improperly pruned and common mistakes to avoid.

Plant Cultivar Selection: Review bloom time schedules to learn which cultivars are best pair in the same orchard for maximum fruit production.

Tools and Safety: An overview of the proper tools to use for pruning and essential safety procedures.

Hands-On Practice: Participants will apply the techniques learned in the classroom during an hour of practical pruning experience outdoors. This hands-on session will help reinforce the skills and knowledge gained, providing confidence to prune effectively in your own landscape.        

For questions about this program, please contact Director of Community Programs, Cassie Bauer, at cbauer@urbanecologycenter.org. 

For help with the registration process, please contact Program Systems Manager, Augie Rodenbeck, at arodenbeck@urbanecologycenter.org or (414) 626-8518.

Registration required 

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Personal financial situations vary widely so we provide multiple pricing options to make our programs accessible. The highest listed price fully covers the cost of the program. Lower prices reflect the generosity of our supporters who help us ensure programs are available to everyone. Please choose the option that best fits you, your family, and your guests.

Confirmation/Cancellation Policy:
If you sign up for a program and your plans change, we kindly request that you let us know at least 10 business days in advance so we have the opportunity to offer a program to others. We will provide refunds as follows: 10 business days or more: full refund, 5-9 business days: 50% refund, 0-4 business days: no refund.