are going to help you refine
your annual rose pruning chores.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19
9a-10:30
at
The Gardens at Tre Soli
US
We will have rose bushes planted in raised beds for
demonstration
&!
practice
For many of us it is practice that makes us comfortable & proficient with this garden chore
Each participant will have their own bush on which to work during the class
There will be plenty of time for questions & we will start on time
Topics to be covered are the Who, What, When, Why, How of healthy rose pruning
We will talk about various forms such as climbers, ramblers, trees and of course your basic shrub
YOU
Bring your favorite garden geek friend, and your "armour":
hand pruners & loppers, closed toe shoes, & sun protection
If you are doing this for the first time and do not yet have pruners and loppers
you may try out our tools and we will talk about tools and their selection
For those who want to boldly go where best pruners do, gauntlet gloves are highly recommended
These are the leather or vegan leather gloves that go up to the elbow
Expensive but for many rose gardeners worth every penny.
For those who really want to move efficiently like a professional, head & eye protection is recommended
To prevent spread of disease all pruning blades will be bleached before and after each bush
TIPS TO PREPARE FOR CLASS
It is always a good idea to sharpen or have your pruning blades sharpened
and oiled before the season starts
Dull blades can rip and tear the rose flesh leading to an entry for diseases
A quick web search will lead you to businesses that sharpen blades
Sometimes these craftspeople are available farmer's markets
CLASS SIZE WILL BE LIMITED SO RSVP to JILL OR ANNE
before noon Wednesday February15th
OR
For those who haven't been to the Gardens at Tre Soli
the address will be supplied when you reserve your place
Nearest cross streets are Scottsdale Rd & McCormick Parkway
$15 Cash, check or Square will be accepted at the gate
*Light refreshments with garden twists are included*
For those without citrus trees some fresh picked will be for sale
SEE YOU IN THE GARDEN!
Sunday, February 19
9-10:30
The Gardens at Tre Soli
