EXCLUSIVE All-Inclusive Rough Bark Jade Bonsai Basics (Saturday August 3, 2024)

All-inclusive Bonsai Basics Workshop (Saturday August 3, 2024)

Join us for an unforgettable workshop featuring Rough Bark Jades! Grown with care at our Florida nursery by Glen, these beauties are simply breathtaking. Dive into the world of bonsai with an all-inclusive experience, where you'll learn the ins and outs of cultivating and caring for Rough Bark Dwarf Jades.

Under Pete Olson's expert guidance, you'll shape and nurture your very own masterpiece. Plus, at the end of the workshop, take home your own stunning Rough Bark Dwarf Jade to continue your bonsai journey. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the art of bonsai and take home a piece of natural beauty.

Bonsai Basics is an All-Inclusive introductory, hands-on workshop, designed for people who are new to the art of bonsai. The 2 ½ Hour workshop covers the basics of bonsai, including:

1. Brief history and origins of bonsai.
2. Understanding the types of trees suitable for bonsai.
3. The principles of bonsai design and styling.
4. Basic techniques for planting, pruning, wiring, and repotting bonsai trees.
5. Care and maintenance of bonsai trees, including watering, fertilizing, and pest control.

The hands-on workshop is the perfect place for beginners to demystify the art of Bonsai! Upon completing the workshop, you'll walk away with an awesome bonsai tree, but more importantly, you’ll have the confidence to care for it.

The instructor will help you select a “pre-bonsai” (a trained plant in a nursery pot), transplant, trim, prune and transform your tree. After a couple of hours, you’ll go home with an awesome Bonsai tree and a full understanding of maintenance.

All workshops are led by one of our Bonsai experts. We provide some of the happiest and healthiest Bonsai trees, and we love to share our knowledge!

What’s Included with the All-Inclusive Workshop:

• Seasoned Instructor: Our instructors brings a wealth of knowledge, skills, and practical expertise to the table in the art and science of bonsai cultivation. They've dedicated a substantial amount of time to delve into the study, practice, and mastery of bonsai techniques.
• Rough Bark Bonsai Tree: Take your pick from a curated selection of pre-bonsai Rough Bark Jades. 
• Ceramic Bonsai Pot: Customize your bonsai's home with the ability to choose from a diverse array of curated bonsai pots. However, we've got an extensive collection of over 1,000 ceramic pots, and you'll receive a $10 credit if you prefer to select something different.
• Essential Instruments: All the tools, soil, and necessary instruments will be readily available for your use. We've got you covered to ensure a seamless and enriching bonsai experience.

What's NOT Included with the Workshop: 

1. Handmade or Retail Bonsai pots. If you prefer a ceramic pot from the ones we pre-selected, we'll give you a $10 credit towards another selection.  

About the Workshop & Location:

• Attendee Cost: $185 per student 
• Duration: 10:00 am – 1:00 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.

** All sales are final. No Refunds will be given on workshops provided by New England Bonsai Gardens.