You’ll learn what to prune, when to prune, how to prune, and why we prune – for both potted and in-ground plants. How to assess the pruning needs of plants and good pruning practices that encourage blooming. Plus:

• Equipment needed
• Types of cuts
• Types of branches
• Understand spring dangers
• The use of staking
• Cross-branching and airflow issues
• Canopy and growth types
• Much more!

This is the first time Stacy & Mike have offered this workshop in an in-person, intimate setting on their farm. They’ll not only teach you what to do, but they’ll show you, as well, with trimming demonstrations around the farm.

What to bring:

• Wear sunscreen
• Water bottle (refills provided)
• Hat
• Close-toed shoes
• Aloha spirit

Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event start time. The event will start promptly at 10 am. Coffee and water will be provided.

This is a rain or shine event. We’ll be outside under shade and in the open. Mask-wearing is optional.

Stacy and Mike have been growing plumerias on Mt Helix for over 25 years. The PBS program “A Growing Passion” featured them on their Emmy-winning episode about plumerias. They’ve taught plumeria workshops around the United States. Stacy has been pruning plumerias on their farm, and for others, for 25 years.