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Hydrangea quercifolia (Oakleaf Hydrangea) with bumble bee
Hydrangea quercifolia (Oakleaf Hydrangea) with bumble bee. Photo by Mary Free

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Hands-On Winter Pruning of Woody Plants Workshop

March 2 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm EST

Free
This is the first cut, from the bottom, about a quarter to a third deep, in the three-cut technique of branch removal.
This is the first cut, from the bottom, about a quarter to a third deep, in the three-cut technique of branch removal. Photo © 2019 Christa Watters

Are your shrubs covering your windows? Are your lilacs failing to bloom? You need to prune! Master Gardeners Angela McNamara and Molly Newling will show you the tools and techniques you need to get your woody plants healthy and back into shape. Dress for the weather, bring gloves and your pruning tools, and be ready to cut your way to success. This workshop will be held at Simpson Park Demonstration Gardens, 420 E. Monroe Ave. Alexandria, 22301


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  • You will receive a reminder email 24 hours prior to the class.

Registration closes 24 hours before the event begins.

If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify Sarah Calhoun, Unit Administrator at (703) 228 6400 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.

Simpson Park Demonstration Garden

420 East Monroe Avenue
Alexandria, Virginia 22301
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