Giuseppe Di Giacinto
University of Florida
Commercial Horticulture Extension Agent
Educator
Giuseppe Di Giacinto graduated in Cultural and Linguistic Anthropology at SUNY Stony Brook University, New York. He taught at University of Yucatan, in Mexico for 10 years before moving to the United States in 2022. His love of horticulture and the ecological aspect of his job led him to apply for the Educational Training Specialist position at UF/IFAS Broward County Extension where he has been working with Dr. Michael Orfanedes in the Commercial Horticulture Program for the past year.My Sessions
Pruning Native Trees and Shrubs, When and How: Part 1
Introduction to Native Tree and Shrub Pruning It is important to understand pruning basics, to recognize good and bad pruning techniques, and to understand how these relate to selection of native species. Instructors will review tree pruning terminology, basic tree pruning principles and best practices, introduce the Florida Grades & Standards, and discuss pruning techniques […]
Pruning Native Trees and Shrubs When and How: Part 2
When and How to Prune Select Native Trees and Shrubs — Garden Walk This session recommended for credential participants who are new to the FANN Favorites South Florida Native Plants for 2023. Limited to 30 people who will be participate in one of two groups. Instructors will use a guided botanical garden walk to review […]