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Tree Selection, Planting, & Care with Davey at West Seattle Nursery

  • 5275 California Avenue SW Seattle, WA 98136 (map)

Class instructor:
Tyson Geldseth, ISA certified arborist from Davey.

Class fee:
This class is free! All attendees will receive 10% off their purchases the day of the class.

Location:
This class will be held outdoors under our carport in the West Seattle Nursery parking lot, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Sign up link:
Sign up here!
*If you're unable to attend, please cancel your registration so someone else can take your spot.

Class description:
This class will help you choose the right trees for privacy, beauty, and long-term success in your landscape. Perfect for homeowners and gardeners at any level, it covers what you need to know to get trees off to a healthy start and keep them thriving.

Topics:

  • Best practices for first-time pruning

  • How and when to prune for structure, shape, or a hedge look 

  • The right way to plant trees to avoid future problems 

  • Why soil health matters, including compaction, drainage, and nutrients 

  • Common pests and landscape issues to watch for 

  • Tips to avoid common planting and care mistakes 

  • Arborvitae privacy screens

*Check out The Seattle Times article on How to care for trees during Seattle summers featuring recommendations by Davey.

Sign up for the class here!