Pruning And Care Of Fruit Trees

Always wanted to have your own lemons, apples, figs or almond trees in your backyard?

Join horticulturist, Justin Calverley in this workshop and discover how to grow a variety of fruit and nut trees in your backyard and their general care and maintenance and hands-on pruning instruction. Have all your questions answered in this informative workshop.

Trainer Bio:

Justin Calverley is a horticulturalist and permaculturist with over 20 years experience and will be the lead trainer for the Urban Farmer course. He has extensive knowledge and experience in permaculture, garden design, organic gardening and native bushfood plants. He specialises in edible gardens and is an expert in fruit tree cultivation and pruning. For over 10 years Justin has taught workshops at CERES in sustainable gardening and permaculture. Justin was a regular broadcaster on 3RRR’s ‘Dirty Deeds”, is a presenter on Ch 31’s “ The Garden Tap" and author of Urban Farmer

What you will learn

• How to grow a variety of fruit and nut trees in your backyard
• Pruning technique
• Pest and disease management

What to bring

• Notepad
• Writing materials

What to wear

Casual