I use a variety of containers in my garden, but over the years I’ve narrowed the types of containers I use at different stages of development. Here are some common options for our trees and some of the reasons why we might want to use them at a given stage of their development. Plastic containers […]
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How to host a virtual bonsai presentation
Before heading out for a brief winter break (new posts will resume January 5th), I wanted to share some tips on hosting virtual bonsai presentations. If your club is familiar with the format, you know the good and bad of it. On the plus side, online presentations: Give all participants “front row seats” for demonstrations […]
Timing for fall pruning when the weather is still warm
Notes about when to hold off on fall pruning.
Northern California Bonsai Resources
Bonsai Nurseries and Professional Bonsai Artists Bonchi Bonsai / Matthew Walker – Matthew sells bonsai and bonsai supplies including copper wire. He teaches classes and leads workshops. Garden open by appointment.https://www.bonchibonsai.comGreater Bay Area415-730-3499 Bonsai Boon / Boon Manakitivipart – Boon sells trees, teaches classes, and leads study groups. Garden open by appointment.http://bonsaiboon.comSacramento area510-919-5042 Bonsaify – […]
Just in time for fall – pumpkin galls
Tiny wasps are responsible for the pumpkin-shaped galls that develop on the leaves of oak trees.