DIG IN-PERSON: Max Shade! - Unfurling Gaia's Umbrella - Pruning & Tree Care

THIS CLASS IS IN-PERSON AT THE COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OFFICE LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE SO EARLY REGISTRATION IS RECOMMENDED

Learn the tools, methods, and practical insights common to reputable tree care professionals. This two hour course of the Natural Pruning approach both describes general parameters governing the biology of tree growth and offers research­-based techniques non-professional enthusiasts might implement to optimize tree development.

Learning Objectives:

• What tools are best for quality tree care?
• What types of cuts do arborists use and what outcomes might be expected from each?
• What common defects & practices put a tree at risk & what can be done to mitigate these risks?
• What is to be done to maximize shade in a changing climate?

Speaker: Master Gardener Chris Geldis

Chris Geldis has been a Master Gardener since 2015 and presently works as arborist and climber at the McCormick Ranch Property Owner's Association. In sparing moments of lucidity between trees, he imagines what life might be like for those who walk away from Ornelas.

The DIG Classes are returning to in-person classes on location at the Maricopa County Cooperative Extension Office at 4341 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85040, along with keeping many of our online classes. Walk-ins are welcome, but space at the Extension Office is limited so early registration is recommended.

Host or Publisher UArizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners- Maricopa County