What can bonsai look like outside of Japan? The Noelanders Trophy provides a compelling answer: pretty great. This year’s award winners are a mix of European and Japanese varieties. The judges had many great bonsai to choose from – the winners were among the fullest and most meticulously prepared trees in the exhibit. Thanks to the Bonsai […]
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The trees of Bonsai Shohin Japan
Bonsai Shohin Japan was one of the many traders at this year’s Noelanders Trophy. As their name suggests, the nursery specializes in small bonsai imported from Japan. Ume Shimpaku The nursery is run by the very friendly Guillaume and Alex. Guillaume and Alex I was impressed by their material. They work closely with a variety of […]
Traders at the 18th Noelanders Trophy
When I arrived at the Noelanders Trophy last Saturday, I headed straight for the exhibit. I was surprised, however, to find the exhibit hall fairly empty. Where were the hundreds of guests who waited in line to get in? Down the hall shopping. The big draw at the Noelanders Trophy is the vendor area. Over […]
Demonstrations at the 18th Noelanders Trophy
Last weekend the city of Genk, Belgium, hosted the 18th Noelanders Trophy. This year’s event was paired with the European Bonsai Association exhibit making for a huge, 200+ display event. It was my first time visiting the Noelanders Trophy so I was very excited to see it in person. Visitors at the 2017 Noelanders Trophy […]