Woody Ornamental Plant Information Course
WINTER 2017
REGISTRATION INFORMATION ON THE SECOND PAGE
Winter is the most opportune time to truly see the fundamental beauty and traits that
make each tree and shrub unique. They are not hidden by leaves and flowers.
Horticulturalist, Arborist or any others with a desire to understand trees and shrubs
around St. Louis are welcome to join us for in-field ‘walkabouts’.
Does anyone know the tree in the photo?
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Course is composed of 2 meetings. You can do one or both. Classes meet Saturdays
AT 1pm February 4 & 11 2017. We will walk for AT LEAST 2 HOURS. If people
are interested, not cold and my voice is holding we can go longer. We may add a 3rd
weekend if people are interested.
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Information covered: Scientific and common names, plant traits (flowering, size,
cultivars, growing environment, etc), plant anatomy, design possibilities, potential and
existing problems (pest, diseases, abiotic), plant maintenance, ecology and any other
relevant or irrelevant information that comes to mind such as history of a plant. We
even cover animals/birds that we encounter on the walkabouts.
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Certified Arborist receives 4 CEU’s for the course. (2 CEU’s per meeting)-At the
time of emailing this I haven’t gotten official verification yet. The request is into
the Arborist Society. To date they’ve never said no.
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Cost of the 2 session course is $30.00 per person. If you opt for one session it is $20
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Course presented by Dan Billman, Past Associate Professor of Horticulture – St.
Louis Community College-Meramec for 19 years. Presently with the great crew at
Kirkwood Gardens. It is a personal refresher course to green industry people and
anyone who loves/desires to learn about plants. Questions or information
contact Dan at [email protected] also see Facebook- Dan’s
Botanicals
FIRST CLASS will meet at the Zoo, south gate that has the bridge going to it. Please BE
ON-TIME = Early. Second week may meet at a Natural area (conservation area most
likely). The second week may change to Tower Grove park or another location. Make
recommendations when you register or we can vote the first week?? We’ll let you know
the first week or when you sign up.
This is the third year I’m doing WINTER walkabouts, last year we had a good turn out, even on
the colder day. I had hand warmers for everyone!! I’ve been doing Summer walkabouts for
around 17 years with a regular/new crowd. Please spread the word.
Registration Form:
Please email this to Dan Billman so a spot in the class will be reserved.
[email protected]. (All you really need to do is email me your name, phone and which
dates you will attend)
Please complete by January 30, 2017. If you wait until the last minute, please contact
me before sending a check- just in case the session is full.
Name(s)________________________, ____________________
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Best phone # to contact________________, _________________
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Internet address_________________________________
Company (if applicable)_______________________________
Fee: $30/person for the two sessions. $20 for one session.
Payment method: Check or CASH
If paying by cash, do not mail. Submit payment at the beginning of the
first class, but send in(email) the registration form so you reserve your
spot. You can send in registration by email or snail mail.
Make Checks out to: Dan Billman
FYI: Checks will not be deposited until classes start, they can be mailed
or collected the first class.
For registration or questions contact Dan at
[email protected]
If necessary, checks and registration can be mailed to:
Dan Billman
12931 Bond Pl.
St. Louis, Mo 63127