Free public tree seminar by nonprofit
 

Press Release
Contact:
Rosalie Russell
VP Education, Travis County Master Gardener Association
512-804-2257, _ )
Wednesday, March 19
7:00 PM – 9 PM
Zilker Botanical Garden
2220 Barton Springs Rd.
Austin

For the Love of Trees is the theme of this seminar. General, basic
information will be covered.

ISA Certified Arborist, Jerry Naiser, will discuss Tree Varieties for
Central Texas. Learn about shade and ornamental trees that love the challenge of
living in the various soils found in the Austin area and will tolerate the
temperamental climate. He will discuss selecting the right tree for the right
location, which includes considering: rate of growth, longevity, deciduous
or evergreen, and size.

Do you know how to Correctly Plant a Tree or Shrub? How big should the
hole be, fertilize, soil amended, water schedule? Gain knowledge of the
principles needed to ensure the plant’s health and success.

Discover the correct way to Prune Trees and Shrubs. The fundamentals will
be covered. Is there an ideal time to prune? Where do you make the cuts
and why? What tools are needed? Do you need the black tar stuff?

This FREE seminar is sponsored by the Travis County Master Gardener
Association in partnership with the AgriLife Extension, Travis County. For more
information call 512-854-9600 and ask for the Master Gardener’s desk.
_http://www.tcmastergardeners.org_ (http://www.tcmastergardener.org/html/events.html)

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