Garden Rescue Workshop: Pruning Techniques and Invasive Species Control

Save your plants from bad pruning jobs and invasive plants!

Join Clemson Extension to learn and put into practice proper pruning techniques and urban invasive plant species management at this hands-on workshop at Florence's Lucas Park.

What You'll Experience:

• Acquire the practical skill of recognizing shrubs and trees in need of pruning
• Proper pruning methods for shrub and tree health
• Tool care and maintenance for longer-lasting tools and healthier plants
• Learn to identify common urban invasive plant species
• Invasive plant control and removal techniques
• Put what you learned into practice at the park!

Leave this workshop with a newfound confidence in pruning and maintaining your landscape!

When: Sunday, September 14, 1-3 PM

Where: Lucas Park, 501 Azalea Lane, Florence, SC 29501

What to Bring: Reusable water bottle, comfortable shoes, sun protection, pants and long-sleeved shirts recommended, thick work gloves, bug repellent of your choosing, any pruning garden tools (hand pruners, pruner shears, lopping shears) you may have at home.

Target audience: Homeowners and professionals.

Price per attendee: General admission is FREE. $10 for pesticide applicator credit.

Credits: 1 Category 3 pesticide credit (professionals) + 2 continuing education hours (Master Gardeners)

Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status and is an equal opportunity employer.

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