Summer fruit tree pruning demonstration with Craig Castree

Get along to this informative summer fruit tree pruning demonstration designed for growers of all levels! This hands-on demo will focus on the techniques and benefits of summer pruning, particularly for stone fruits such as peaches, apricots, and plums, plus apples, pears, quince, figs, and more.

Summer pruning is crucial for maintaining your fruit trees' shape and size, making them easier to net and harvest. It’s also the best time to prune stone fruits, allowing them to heal while actively growing and reducing the risk of disease.

You will learn:

• Pruning techniques: Gain hands-on experience with various pruning methods tailored for different types of fruit trees.
• Shaping your trees: Learn how to shape your trees for optimal growth and fruit production.
• Maintaining growth: Discover how to manage growth effectively to promote fruit yield.
• Minimising disease: Understand best practices to reduce disease risk during pruning.
• Maximising fruit production: Tips on enhancing fruit quality and quantity through proper care.

Bring gardening gloves, a hat, and a pair of secateurs. This workshop is perfect whether you have a small garden or manage an orchard. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your gardening skills and ensure the health and abundance of your fruit trees!

This event is supported through Warrnambool City Council's Healthy Warrnambool funding. 

About our presenter

Craig Castree is an award-winning horticulturist with 45 years of experience in organic food production and edible garden design. He has a diverse background in both wholesale and retail nurseries across Victoria and has worked in fruit orchards. 

As the author of six books on horticulture and self-sufficiency, Craig is a passionate educator dedicated to teaching sustainable, self-sufficient living in urban environments. He serves as Vice President of the Werribee Park Heritage Orchard at Werribee Park Mansion, restoring old fruit varieties for future enjoyment. 

Craig will have copies of his books available for purchase. https://craigcastree.com.au/