Master Gardener Jeff Rieves returns to the Reynolds Homestead on Monday, February 27 at 6 p.m. for “A Cut Above: Pruning Fruit Trees Class and Workshop.”
In this session Rieves will discuss pruning as one of the most important things a grower can do for the health of his or her trees. This class covers the basic types of cuts, why to make a pruning cut, and choosing the right tools and how to maintain them.
A hands-on pruning workshop at the Homestead on Saturday, March 11 from 10 a.m. to noon is included in the class. Registration for the class is requested by calling (276) 694-7181; the cost is only $10 and includes both the class and the workshop.