Thu, Mar 12
|Orchard Classroom
Rooted in Illinois: Shrub Maintenance and Care
Learn proper techniques for maintaining healthy, beautiful shrubs in your landscape.
Time & Location
Mar 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Orchard Classroom, 4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
About the event
Rooted in Illinois: Shrub Maintenance and Care
March 12, 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Free
Learn proper techniques for maintaining healthy, beautiful shrubs in your landscape.
What You'll Learn
This practical session covers essential shrub care, from pruning techniques to seasonal maintenance. Whether you're managing established plantings or planning new ones, you'll gain the knowledge to keep your shrubs thriving.
Topics may include:
Proper pruning techniques and timing
Seasonal maintenance schedules
Common shrub problems and solutions
Selecting shrubs appropriate for your site
Watering and fertilization strategies
Disease and pest management
What's Included
Expert guidance on shrub care
Research-based maintenance strategies
Time for questions about your specific shrubs
About Your Presenter
Ryan Pankau is the Horticulture Educator for Illinois Extension serving Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, and Vermilion counties. With over two decades of experience as a forester and arborist, Ryan brings extensive expertise in plant care to accessible community education.
Ryan focuses on integrating ecological concepts into landscape management to create more resilient environments that support Illinois's native flora and fauna. He is the author of the Garden Scoop Blog and provides practical, research-based guidance on all aspects of plant care.
Who This Program Is For
Homeowners with shrubs in their landscapes
New property owners planning plantings
Gardeners wanting to improve their pruning skills
Anyone struggling with shrub health issues
Landscape enthusiasts
Master Gardeners and volunteers
Event Details
What to Expect: Educational presentation with practical techniques and time for questions
Age: All ages welcome (content geared toward adults)
What to Bring: Questions about your shrubs
Location: Prairie Fruits Farm Classroom
4410 N Lincoln Ave, Champaign, IL
Part of our Rooted in Illinois educational series, presented in partnership with Illinois Extension.