The Midweek Program

"The Perils of Planting & Replacing Trees"
Greg Paige and Sophia McCusker, Director of Horticulture and Nursery Technician, respectively

  • Wednesday, September 24, 2025 – 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

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Sometimes, even the best trees outgrow their welcome—dropping limbs too close to the house, seeding all over the place, or just no longer fitting the space or your vision. When a tree stops serving the garden, it might be time to let it go.

Greggy-weggs replacing a tree

In this episode of the Midweek Program, Greg and Sophia will guide you through the sometimes tricky—but always important—process of replacing trees. You’ll learn how to recognize when it’s time to remove a tree, how to do it safely, and what to consider when choosing what comes next.

From sneaky soil problems to the pros and cons of different plant sizes, they’ll help you avoid common missteps—and maybe even feel good about starting fresh.

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Video

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Cost
Free.
Registration
Register online at https://jcra.ncsu.edu/midweek/. You will be sent an email with instructions on how to join us online if you register before the program begins. If you register once it's started, you'll be taken directly to the online program.
Location
Online (see instructions above).
Questions
Contact the JCRA Education Team at jcraprograms@ncsu.edu for more information about this program.