Prune Like A Pro: Tree & Shrub Pruning Essentials

Schedule

Wed May 27 2026 at 09:00 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County | Sanford, FL

Do you know how to prune the plants in your landscapes? This hands on class provides a practical approach to pruning best practices.
About this Event

Should You Prune It?

Not sure where to start with pruning your trees, shrubs, perennials, and hedges? This class will give you an introduction to proper pruning techniques and tips on when you should call in an arborist. You'll go home with a booklet on basic landscape care and maintenance after the class.

The cost for attendance is $25. Registration will close 24 hours before the class start time.

Please be prepared to be outdoors in our gardens. Hats, sunscreen, and garden gloves are recommended.


CEUs

CEUs have been approved for FDACS licensed pesticide holders in the following categories:

  • 2 Commercial (PCO) Lawn and Ornamental
  • 2 Limited Certification Commercial Landscape Management (LCLM)
  • 2 Limited Certification Lawn and Ornamental (LLO)
  • 3 Ornamental and Turf (OT)
  • 3 Right-of-Ways (ROW)

Payment Policy

Payment policy: Pre-registration is required along with the non-refundable class registration fee. All ticket sales are final, no refunds. If you prefer to pay by cash or check, please visit our office at 250 West County Home Road Sanford, FL 32773 from Monday – Friday from 8am-5pm. Call 407-665-5570 first to see if tickets are available for purchase. Scholarships are available for those in need. Please contact us for more information.


Class Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policy: Classes are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not booked. If class is cancelled you will receive a notification, and a refund confirmation to the e-mail that is provided during the registration process. Refunds for class cancellations may take up to 30 days to process if registration fee is paid by cash or check.


UF/ IFAS is an Equal Opportunity Institution

The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information, and other services only to individuals and institutions that function without discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions, or affiliations. USDA, UF/IFAS Extension, FAMU and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating.

For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact Kaydie McCormick at 407-665-5558 or 711 (telecommunication relay service) at least 10 days prior to the scheduled event so that proper consideration may be given to the request.


Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:10 AM
Introductions
🕑: 09:10 AM - 09:50 AM
Exploring Tree Structure and Pruning
🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:30 AM
Exploring Shrub Structure and Pruning
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
Special Cases: Roses and Grasses
🕑: 11:10 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Pruning strategies and best practices for in the landscape
🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Conclusions, survey and adjourn

Where is it happening?

UF/IFAS Extension Seminole County, 250 W. County Home Rd., Sanford, United States
Tickets

USD 25.00

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