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Winter Fruit Tree Pruning -SOLD OUT
August 10, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
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Winter is the key pruning time for deciduous fruit trees, but specifically for apples and pears. Kazel teaches the French Central Leader pruning method, which has been proven to give the best yields while also being the quickest and easiest method to learn and practice.
This course starts with understanding the theory of correct cuts and orchard hygiene, tool care and selection, understanding the fundamentals of what to cut and why, including methods of tying down branches to maximise fruit production. We cover the collection of bud wood for grafting, and using the grafting tool to graft onto rootstocks or to make trees with different fruit on each branch. Then it’s out to the young apple orchard to practice our techniques on real trees.
Two dates to choose from for Winter Fruit Tree Pruning
Due to everyone’s busy schedules, we’ll be running parallel and identical Saturday and Tuesday courses. (Tuesday hours, 9:30-2:30, intended to be parent-friendly)
Saturday 10 August 2019
Tuesday 6 August 2019
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