University of Minnesota Extension is offering a series of apple tree pruning workshops across the state. These workshops will take place throughout February, March and April, the time of year when apple trees are dormant and pruning is recommended. The workshops will provide guidance on proper pruning methods and focus on hands-on practice pruning trees at apple orchards. These workshops will be useful for homeowners, gardeners, Master Gardener volunteers, and orchardists of all experience levels. The cost of all workshops will be $20. More information for each location and registration is available at
https://z.umn.edu/AP26.
Pruning apple trees properly is important to optimize fruit growth and ease of harvest. Extension Educator for Fillmore and Houston Counties, Katie Drewitz, and Madeline Wimmer, Extension Educator, Fruit Production, will lead participants through the considerations and techniques for proper pruning.
Participation will involve being outdoors and using pruning shears and loppers, so attendees are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather and activities involved.
To join us for one of these workshops, please go to z.umn.edu/AP26 to learn more and register for your desired workshop location. Pre-registration is required as each workshop will be capped at 30 participants. Payment will be taken online at the time of registration.
If you would prefer to pay by check at the door please register by calling the Fillmore County Extension Office at 507-765-3896 or the Houston County Extension Office at 507-725-5807.
If there is inclement weather, cancellation or confirmation of each workshop will be communicated to registered participants the morning of their selected workshop.
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