WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19
11:00 - 12:00 N
Restoration After Malpruning
What happens when cuts don’t align with our pruning standard, and what do we do about it? From stub cuts to “lollipopped” shrubs, many of us inherit plants that need corrective care. Jen Kettell walks through how to recognize the signs of improper pruning, and apply thoughtful, time-tested techniques to restore health and structure. Learn how to set realistic timelines, communicate expectations with clients, and guide trees and shrubs back to a more natural, balanced form – making landscapes eye-catching for the right reasons.
APLD, ISA
Jen Kettell, BCMA is a consulting arborist based in Natick, MA. As founder of Radiant Leaf Consulting, she educates homeowners and green industry professionals in horticultural best practices. Jen began landscaping as a teen, later working in farming, greenhouse production, and at the Arnold Arboretum. With over 25 years of experience and as a Board Certified Master Arborist—the ISA’s highest credential—she brings a deep breadth of knowledge to Radiant Leaf Consulting. Today, Radiant Leaf celebrates over a decade as a local, independent, fully insured business dedicated to knowledgeable, thoughtful care.