This page is an expanded version of the resources listed in Chapter 6 of The Little Book of Bonsai. Table of Contents Bonsai Clubs Print Publications Multi-day Classes (“Bonsai Intensives”) Public Bonsai Gardens Bonsai Exhibits Bonsai In Japan Bonsai Photo Books Finding Material for Bonsai Bonsai Clubs Bonsai clubs host educational meetings and/or workshops to […]
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Bonsai displays at the Bay Area Suiseki and Shohin Show
Shohin bonsai are often displayed vertically to make use of limited exhibit space and to bring small trees closer to eye level. This can lead to interesting arrangements of trees that are often far more complex than the arrangement of larger bonsai on display. The shohin displays below were featured at the recent Bay Area […]
Highlights from the Bay Area Suiseki and Shohin Show
I’ve always enjoyed visiting bonsai exhibits as they’re both fun and educational. I study the trees I like to see what makes them work. Later, when I’m back in the garden, I try to make use of what I’ve learned. Here are some of the characteristics I liked about a selection of trees on display […]
Viewing stones at the Bay Area Suiseki and Shohin Show
Last weekend wrapped up the first Bay Area Suiseki and Shohin Show. Held at the Lake Merritt Garden Center in Oakland, California, the event was sponsored by the San Francisco Suiseki Kai, California Suiseki Society, Bay Area Shohin Society, California Shohin Society and members of other Bay Area bonsai clubs. Today we’ll look at a […]
Sierra wildflowers – nature’s accent plants
My recent visit to the Sierra Nevada coincided with wildflower season this year. It was a great reminder of how natural it is to pair trees with companion plants that grow nearby. Here are some of the flowers and succulents I found among the junipers. If you know their names, feel free to share them […]