Arboriculture Trees & Shrubs LA001: Trees and Shrubs: Establishment & Maintenance from the Ground Up This seminar explores how to maintain trees and shrubs so that they perform well in difficult urban settings. An introduction to tree and shrub biology is followed by a discussion of the main stresses on trees and shrubs, including drought, construction damage, and lack of nutrients. Participants will learn how to assess a potential planting site and the proper techniques for plant selection and placement. The seminar will also cover the basics of proactive tree and shrub care, including mulching, watering, soil enrichment, staking, and the basics of formative pruning. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share case studies from their own work experiences. Attending this seminar will help with CHT Test Component: Pruning Recommended for: Landscape Construction/Contractors, Tree Care/Arborists, Landscape Maintenance, General Interest, Landscape Design and Parks LO Member Price: $100.00 Non-member Price: $170.00 Maximum Participants: 25 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Thursday January 28, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm LA003-A: Introduction to Tree & Shrub Pruning By combining both aesthetics and science, pruning can be among the most effective methods for landscape professionals to significantly improve the form, growth and health of trees and shrubs. This seminar is for anyone who is going to be pruning, and includes classroom and practical instruction to develop participants’ skills and confidence in pruning basics, and to answer the what, where, why and how of successful tree and shrub pruning. Please be sure to dress for the weather when attending this seminar, and bring PPE (personal protection equipment):gloves, eyewear, etc., and pruners, as outdoor practical instruction is included. Seminar also offered in Ottawa and Windsor, refer to www.horttrades.com/seminars or click here to register online. Attending this seminar will help with CHT Test Component: Pruning Recommended for; General Interest, Tree Care/Arborists, Landscape Maintenance and Parks LO Member Price: $100.00 Non-member Price: $170.00 Maximum Participants: 20 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Friday March 12, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm LA003-B: Introduction to Tree & Shrub Pruning LO Member Price: $100.00 Non-member Price: $170.00 Maximum Participants: 20 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Thursday March 25, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm LA005: Essential Practices for Healthy Soil and Healthy Trees Approximately 40% of a tree’s biomass is below ground as a vast network of roots. Because roots lie out of sight, their care and protection are often overlooked, resulting in poor performance. Understanding how roots grow and function is an essential part of any comprehensive maintenance program. This seminar will begin with basics of tree biology, root growth, and soil science, followed by a discussion of the importance of healthy soil and proper nutrient cycling.Participants will then learn how to assess soil conditions, improve soil health, and protect tree roots during construction and routine property maintenance. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share case studies from their own work experiences. Attending this seminar will help with CHT Test Component: Tree Planting. Recommended for; Landscape Construction/Contractors, Tree Care/Arborists, Landscape Maintenance, Parks and General Interest LO Member Price: $100.00 Non-member Price: $170.00 Maximum Participants: 25 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Tuesday March 23, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm PN001: Penalty Seminar 1 LO Member Price: $25.00 Non-member Price: $25.00 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Tuesday June 1, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm PN002: Penalty Seminar 2 LO Member Price: $135.00 Non-member Price: $205.00 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Tuesday June 1, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm PN003: Penalty Seminar 3 LO Member Price: $150.00 Non-member Price: $180.00 Location: LO Home Office, Milton Date: Tuesday June 1, 2010 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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