Kishu Shimpaku Juniper Workshop (Saturday, April 13, 2024)
A Shimpaku 'Kishu' Workshop with John Romano offers enthusiasts an immersive experience into the art of cultivating and styling these iconic Bonsai trees.
Renowned in the Bonsai community, John Romano's expertise will guide participants through the intricacies of working with Shimpaku Junipers, specifically the 'Kishu' variety.
The workshop delves into shaping techniques, fine wiring methods, and addressing the unique characteristics of Shimpaku 'Kishu,' known for its compact foliage and elegant structure.
Participants engage in hands-on sessions, refining their skills under Romano's expert supervision.
The workshop covers essential topics such as pruning for density, creating natural-looking jin and shari, and achieving balanced proportions in the overall design.
Included with Workshop: Everything!
- Experienced instructor (John Romano who is considered the king of shohin)
- (1) Kishu Shimapku Juniper
- Bonsai tools, soil, and wire to use in class
What’s NOT included:
- Everything is included.
About the Workshop & Location:
- Attendee Cost: $225 per student
- Participation Level: Beginner to Intermediate
- Duration: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm. If you arrive a few minutes early, you'll have more time to enjoy the nursery!
- Limited Class size: 8 students.
- Location: 914 S. Main Street, Bellingham, MA, 02019. Unless otherwise specified, all students should meet in the greenhouse labeled “Workshop.” It’s right behind our retail store – you can’t miss it.
- Refreshments Available: We have refreshments available for sale (Soda, Water, snacks).
- Bathroom: There is a portable washroom at the facility, starting March 1st.
** All sales are final. No Refunds will be given on workshops provided by New England Bonsai Gardens
Learning Resources and Bonsai Tree Care Guides:
Bonsai trees are not all the same - and neither is their care. Read our specific care sheets for individual bonsai species. Read the Bonsai Care Guides
Shipping Bonsai Trees:
Bonsai trees are generally shipped on Mondays & Tuesdays to avoid having them stay in the boxes for any extra time over the weekends.
Shipping Non-Tree Items
All non-bonsai items such as bonsai pots and bonsai supplies are shipped within 48 hours of receiving payment. Most orders are shipped either the same day or the next day, depending on the time of day the order is received.
Important Guidelines:
** We cannot ship to a FPO, APO, P.O. Box or to locations in Alaska, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Hawaii or anywhere internationally.
** All Bonsai are shipped direct from the nursery and may ship separately from other items purchased via the Bonsai Outlet.
** If extreme weather is expected, we may delay shipping your Bonsai tree to guarantee a healthy arrival; in such a case we will contact you. We are shipping living trees and must be conscious of the temperature conditions to the delivery address, as well as, while in transit. That said, we reserve the right to hold the tree(s) to guarantee a healthy delivery. We will Hold Your Tree Until It is Safe to Ship.
