(Bradenton, Fla., September 8, 2022) — Learn to plant, care for, and maintain trees and shrubs in Tree Care Basics, an arboriculture course offered at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Lakewood Ranch, 7131 Professional Parkway, Sarasota. The course is divided into six sessions held each Thursday, Sept. 15 through Oct. 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Registration is $80 and available online at SCF.edu/Training by searching for course 14662.
The course is taught by Ken Green, who is certified by the International Society of Arborists. Important course content to be covered includes safety and tools, tree biology, pruning, fertilization and root management. Participants will also receive instruction on selecting trees and plants for purchase and how to spot the warning signs of disease, insects and other blights that can damage or kill a plant.
For questions or more information, contact Tina Sadrianna at SadriaF@SCF.edu or 941-363-7264.