Citrus Care Workshop with Justin Calverley

Published on Tuesday 15 September 2026

Join us for a hands-on citrus care workshop focused on the care and maintenance of citrus trees.

Pruning citrus trees is vital for establishing structure in young trees and encouraging productive fruiting wood in mature trees. In this workshop, you will learn how to read growth patterns to better understand your citrus trees, support their health, and maximise yield for years to come. Gain the skills and confidence to prune and care for citrus trees to achieve the healthy, productive tree you’ve always wanted.

Tickets are $150 per person, with only 15 places available, booked on a first-come, first-served basis.

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This workshop is suitable for beginner to intermediate gardeners, backyard fruit tree owners, and anyone interested in sustainable gardening and food production.

The workshop combines theory sessions in the cottage with practical demonstrations and guided activities in the orchard environment at Farm Vigano, creating a relaxed and immersive outdoor learning experience.

Participants will benefit from hands-on practical learning in a real orchard setting, with a small group format that allows for individual guidance and support alongside expert instruction.

Participants will learn:

• Identifying tree parts
• Exploring tree shapes
• Understanding your tree’s annual cycles
• Pest, disease, and deficiency management
• Differentiating between fruiting and non-fruiting wood
• Pruning young trees for shape
• Pruning mature trees for fruit production
• Applying these skills through hands-on pruning in the orchard

Please note the following:

• Wear enclosed sturdy footwear or boots and weather-appropriate outdoor clothing
• Bring gardening gloves and clean, sharp secateurs
• Bring lunch, as well as pen and paper for notes
• Free parking is available on site

This workshop will proceed regardless of weather conditions

About Justin Calverley

Justin has been running this workshop throughout Melbourne for over 15 years and is widely regarded as one of the leading horticultural educators in the state. He is a fully qualified horticulturist with more than 35 years of industry experience. Alongside his orchard and education work, he operates his own consultation, design and education business, Sensory Gardens.

He is also the author of:

• The Urban Farmer
• The Urban Food Forester
  

Justin regularly shares his horticultural knowledge through radio appearances on:

• 3RRR Breakfasters
• ABC Radio Melbourne Evenings

His workshops are known for being practical, engaging, and accessible, giving participants confidence to care for and manage their own fruit trees at home.