2026 Palms Workshop

This popular Palms Workshop is designed for enthusiasts, horticulturists, and landscape professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of palms.

We will explore the historical and cultural relevance of palms, discuss unique features that define various palm species, as well as a focus on the best practices for selecting and maintaining palms in diverse landscapes. This will include identification and management of disorders plaguing palms. We will cover pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and environmental stressors, providing valuable insights into maintaining healthy palm populations. Through hands-on demonstrations, participants will also learn how to effectively sample for lethal bronzing, a crucial skill for early detection and management.

From urban environments to tropical paradises, we will equip you with the knowledge to make informed choices and ensure the vitality of these majestic plants. Join us for an engaging and informative experience that goes beyond textbooks, offering a blend of lecture and hands-on applications. Whether you're a backyard gardener or a landscaping professional, this class will empower you to appreciate, care for, and enhance the beauty of palms in any setting.

Agenda

9:00am-9:10am Welcome, Introductions, and Pre-test

9:10am – 9:50am Overview of Palms: Significance, Biology, and Morphology

9:50am – 10:30am Diseases of Palms

10:30am – 10:40am Break

10:40am – 11:10am Diagnostic Demo: Sampling for Lethal Bronzing

11:10am – 12:00 noon Pests of Palms

12:00pm – 12:50pm Cultural Care: Fertility, Pruning, Environmental Issues

12:50 pm– 1:00pm Post-test, Certificates and CEUs

3 CEUs total: 2 Core (487 & 482), 1 category (OT, PA, ROW, CLO, LLO, LCLM, LUF)

Cost: $50 per person.

Pre-registration is required along with the non-refundable class registration fee, if any.

Cancellation policy: Classes are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not booked. If class is cancelled you will receive a notification, and a refund confirmation to the e-mail that is provided during the registration process. Refunds for class cancellations may take up to 30 days to process if registration fee is paid by cash or check.

For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact us at 407-254-9200 at least 10 business days prior to the program so that proper consideration may be given to the request.

An Equal Opportunity Institution.