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Friday, 20th March | 10:30am – 3:30pm
Cost: €130
Join plantsman Jimi Blake for an inspiring and practical day of learning at Hunting Brook Gardens. This immersive workshop blends engaging discussion, live demonstration, and hands-on experience to help you master the art of pruning with confidence.
What You’ll Learn
Discover the key principles of successful pruning — from timing and technique to reading your plants’ natural growth patterns. Whether you’re new to pruning or ready to refine your skills, this workshop will help you feel at ease and empowered in your garden.
Topics include:
Pruning with confidence: where, when, and how much to prune
Understanding how plants grow and respond to pruning
Knowing why, when, and what to prune for best results
Techniques to enhance plant health, shape, and longevity
Choosing and using the right tools
Rejuvenating overgrown or neglected shrubs
Pollarding and coppicing methods
Lifting shrub canopies to create multi-stemmed small trees
Building confidence and eliminating the fear of pruning
What’s Included
Expert guidance and live demonstrations by Jimi Blake
Hands-on practical sessions in the garden
Tea, coffee, and delicious cake (please bring your own lunch)
What to Bring
A sharp pair of secateurs (required)
Loppers, if available
Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing
Spaces are limited — early booking is highly recommended!
Friday, 20th March | 10:30am – 3:30pm
Cost: €130
Join plantsman Jimi Blake for an inspiring and practical day of learning at Hunting Brook Gardens. This immersive workshop blends engaging discussion, live demonstration, and hands-on experience to help you master the art of pruning with confidence.
What You’ll Learn
Discover the key principles of successful pruning — from timing and technique to reading your plants’ natural growth patterns. Whether you’re new to pruning or ready to refine your skills, this workshop will help you feel at ease and empowered in your garden.
Topics include:
Pruning with confidence: where, when, and how much to prune
Understanding how plants grow and respond to pruning
Knowing why, when, and what to prune for best results
Techniques to enhance plant health, shape, and longevity
Choosing and using the right tools
Rejuvenating overgrown or neglected shrubs
Pollarding and coppicing methods
Lifting shrub canopies to create multi-stemmed small trees
Building confidence and eliminating the fear of pruning
What’s Included
Expert guidance and live demonstrations by Jimi Blake
Hands-on practical sessions in the garden
Tea, coffee, and delicious cake (please bring your own lunch)
What to Bring
A sharp pair of secateurs (required)
Loppers, if available
Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing
Spaces are limited — early booking is highly recommended!