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SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Crepe Myrtle Pruning Seminar
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN MOVED TO FEB 7. YOUR TICKET WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFER. IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND THE NEW DATE\, PLEASE CALL 910-486-0221 \nLearn how to prune crepe myrtles the right way. This hands-on workshop is designed to help gardeners of all experience levels understand the techniques and timing that keep these beloved Southern trees healthy\, beautiful\, and blooming at their best. Led by our horticulture team\, this session combines classroom instruction with a guided walk through the Garden to see examples of proper pruning up close. \nBenefits/Learning Outcomes: \n\nIdentify proper pruning techniques.\n\nParticipants will be able to distinguish correct pruning practices from harmful methods (such as “crepe murder”) and explain why proper technique supports tree health and aesthetics.\n\n\n\nDetermine the optimal timing for pruning. \n\nParticipants will understand seasonal growth patterns and be able to select the best time of year to prune crepe myrtles for vigorous flowering and long-term structure.\n\n\n\nApply step-by-step pruning procedures. \n\nParticipants will practice and confidently perform essential cuts—removing suckers\, crossing branches\, seed heads\, and weak growth—while preserving the tree’s natural form.\n\n\n\nDiagnose common pruning mistakes and prevent them. \n\nParticipants will learn to recognize symptoms of over-pruning or improper cuts and implement strategies to avoid issues such as knuckling\, reduced blooming\, or disease risk.\n\n\n\nFee:\n $17\, $5 for members. \nLimited Availability: Please Preregister at: https://shop.capefearbg.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventID=1000116 \nPresenter: Chad Shelby has been studying Horticulture since 2018. He completed his A.A.S. in Horticulture and is currently pursuing his B.S. in Agriculture Education. He has been the project manager for several pro bono projects\, specifically ones that involve Non-Profits like the C.A.R.E Clinic and St. John’s Episcopal Church. His work includes The Staff Garden at the C.A.R.E. Clinic\, Community Patriot Arts Connection Veteran’s Garden\, and building the Daylily Garden at Cape Fear Botanical Garden.
URL:https://capefearbg.org/event/crepe-myrtle-pruning-seminar/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Botanical Garden\, 536 N. Eastern Boulevard\, Fayetteville\, NC\, 28301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Featured,Horticulture & Gardening,Talks & Seminars
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