Learn the basics of pruning, beginning with appropriate tool use and care, making the correct cuts, and timing for shrubs and climbers in your garden.  This is a talk and demonstration, so make sure that you arrive dressed for some outdoors teaching! The workshop is a combination of theory and demonstration. We begin under cover with the main theory and discuss all aspects of pruning and what tools to use. This is in the form of a Powerpoint presentation with additional plant material. Later in the day we will look at shrubs, trees and perennials in a garden situation and consider how they should be pruned.

Arrive at 10.15am for 10.30am start, finish at 3.00pm. A light lunch is included with complimentary refreshments. Please email or call the shop if you have any dietary requirements.

As this workshop is a combination of theory and demonstration come prepared for outdoor teaching with appropriate clothing. Please bring secateurs.

Steve Malsher is a RHS Horticultural Tutor at Nicholsons Nurseries, Consultant and Professional Gardener. He heads up the Specialist Projects team at Nicholsons and is a lead on pests and diseases and is an expert on the pruning of all garden plants including large shrubs and trees.

Steve holds Level 2 and 3 RHS in the principles and practices of Horticulture (Commendation).