February Information and Updates – Bonsai Tonight

I’m knee-deep in repotting initiatives lately however have a number of gadgets to share so I’ve made this week’s submit extra of an replace.

(And for these on the lookout for repotting suggestions, see a primary repotting overview or data about choosing containers or soils in your repotting initiatives.)

Repotting a sekka hinoki

Bonsai as Positive Artwork

The Blue Ridge Bonsai Society is happy to announce a celebration of “Bonsai as Positive Artwork”  in Asheville, North Carolina, June 2 via June 11, 2023.

The keystone occasion might be an exhibition entitled “Bonsai as Positive Artwork” that includes timber from skilled bonsai artists Bjorn Bornholm, Daniel Coffey, John Geanangel, Arthur Joura, and Brad Russell, plus shows from members of the Blue Ridge Bonsai Society.

The bonsai might be displayed in a wonderful artwork setting on the Blue Spiral 1 artwork gallery, amidst paintings chosen by the gallery to enhance the aesthetics of the timber. 

Concurrent occasions on the close by North Carolina Arboretum embrace an invitational exhibition of bonsai pottery, demonstrations, a vendor backyard, and stay and silent auctions.

For a full checklist of occasions and details about tips on how to attend, go to the Blue Ridge Bonsai Society web site.

New On-line Course from Bonsai Empire

The inventive minds at Bonsai Empire have launched a brand new course immediately: Creating Bonsai from Seed.

The course options 5 and a half hours of video from instructors Bjorn Bjorholm and Michael Hagedorn. Matters coated embrace propagation, root improvement, trunk improvement, and department improvement.

From what I’ve seen, the course appears to be an ideal introduction to the subject. You’ll be able to be taught extra and preview chosen sections on the Bonsai Empire web site.

Bjorn explains department improvement

Biogold and Aoki Mix Now Obtainable

Quite a few merchandise are again in inventory on the Bonsai Tonight On-line Retailer together with Biogold fertilizer (900g, 2.4kg, and 5kg sizes) and Aoki Mix premix. We’ve additionally replenished our inventory of aluminum wire, minimize paste, and turntables. Be taught extra on the Bonsai Tonight On-line Retailer.

Biogold fertilizer

Bonsai Nursery for Sale

I don’t get to say this a lot, however there’s a stunning bonsai nursery on the market within the California foothills.

Don’t take my phrase for it – see the video under that includes Lotus Bonsai Nursery and Gardens in Placerville, California.

Lotus Bonsai Nursery and Gardens

Questions or inquiries concerning the nursery can go to lotusbonsai.com.