Programs at UVM Hort Farm This Weekend
Growing Fruit Trees in Vermont
SATURDAY, July 6, 10-12 (Rescheduled date)
Fruit trees bring sweetness, beauty, and joy to our homes. Join Nicko Rubin of East Hill
Tree Farm nursery to learn all about growing fruit trees. Nicko will share much of his
knowledge about variety and rootstock selection, soil and site considerations, and
planting and long-term care.  Discussion will cover apples, pears, plums, cherries and
peaches. Plenty of time will be given for your questions.
Members FREE, Non-members $10 EMG-E
Please register in advance at:
https://fhfvt.org/events/growing-fruit-trees-in-vermont/
Presenter bio: Nicko Rubin owns and operates East Hill Tree Farm, nursery and demonstration farm for
fruit trees, nuts, and berry plants in Plainfield, VT. He provides edible landscape consultation, design, and
planting. He holds a master's degree in landscape design and land-use planning.

ALSO

Attracting Beneficial Insects to Your Gardens
SUNDAY, July 7, 2-3:30
Did you know there's a way to control many common garden insect pests without
spraying? And it's much less expensive and safer than pesticides! Sarah Salatino of Full
Circle Gardens will show you who the beneficial insects are, what pests they control and
how to attract them to your garden by planting the flowers whose nectar and pollen
bring them in. FREE EMG-E
Please register in advance at:
https://fhfvt.org/events/attracting-beneficial-insects-to-your-gardens/
Presenter bio: Sarah Salatino, a former Friends board member, is the owner and head grower of Full
Circle Gardens in Essex, Vermont. FCG grows over 600 varieties of sustainably grown Northeast hardy
perennials, including a full offering of pollinator, North American native, heirloom, and rock garden
perennials.
Both programs are presented by the Friends of the UVM Horticulture Farm and will take
place at the UVM Horticulture Farm, 65 Green Mountain Drive, So. Burlington (behind
Heritage Toyota on Shelburne Rd).

Event Info

Jul 4, 2024, 4 to 6 PM

Jul 7, 2024, 2 to 3:30 PM

Jul 11, 2024, 6:30 to 9:30 PM