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Workshop

Sustainable Tree Planting and Care

Get the finer points of tree planting in this workshop with landscape expert Robert Kourik, author of Understanding Roots and Roots, Demystified. A lifelong student of roots, Robert has carried out extensive field studies of planting ornamental and native trees as well as fruit and nut trees. Come learn from his expertise in this workshop that is suitable for all levels.

Robert will cover how to choose the best container-grown tree, how to protect trees from gophers, where to put compost and mulch, the best place to put drip irrigation emitters for the healthiest roots, and much more. Each ticket includes a copy of Understanding Roots, a $25 value.

Robert Kourik has written 10 books on sustainable gardening and has received national awards from the Garden Writers Association for his work. He has been involved in organic landscape maintenance since 1974, and has worked throughout the state and country on design projects of all sizes, shapes, and textures. Come learn from his experience and take new skills back to your home garden.

Please note that there is a minimum number of participants required to run this event. If you are interested in attending, please purchase a ticket as soon as possible in order to ensure that the event will run.