Pruning Basics

Learn the basics of pruning and how to approach common garden trees and shrubs with Untermyer gardener Mario Irigoyen.

Are you interested in learning how to properly prune your shrubs and trees? Join Untermyer Gardener Mario Irigoyen for a pruning workshop for beginners, on April 11, 2026, from 10:00 AM until noon. Mario will demonstrate the basics of pruning on plants at Untermyer Gardens.

In this workshop, you'll learn the fundamental principles of pruning, starting with the tools you need for the job, and including when to prune, how to identify what to remove, and how to make the correct pruning cuts to keep your woody plants healthy and looking their best.

By the end of the workshop, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to tackle your own pruning projects. Plus, you'll get to enjoy the beauty of Untermyer Gardens and learn about the unique history and design of this magnificent landscape. Come join us and learn the art of pruning in one of the most beautiful settings in the Hudson Valley!

RAIN DATE SUNDAY, APRIL 12