Workshops
Aesthetic Pruning California Native Trees & Shrubs
A native garden looks most pleasing when it has a human touch. Class includes differences and similarities between our native species versus those introduced from temperate climates. Pruning tips, timing and techniques for over a dozen plants like our California lilac, manzanita, toyon, flowering current and silk tassel. Many of our California natives are dormant in the summer, learn why and when is the best time to prune. Jocelyn Cohen presents slides, lecture and demo pruning class. You will learn about the different forms of native plants and how their habit drives the way we prune for health and in order to bring out their best and natural characteristics through proper pruning.