Workshops & Skills Classes
February 2, 2025 Juniper's chinensis 'shimpaku' Itoigawa with Louie Montecillo - SOLD OUT
We have some very nicer Itoigawa Shimpaku that were grown by Ed Clark. They have 1"+ trunks and are ready for your styling. 8:30am-10:15am Room 101
March 9, 2025 Chrysanthemum Root Over Rock with John Jackson - SOLD OUT
We will be using Japanese Chrysanthemum's that John has started specifically for this workshop. They have nice long roots and will be excellent for a root over rock planting. 8:30am-10:15am Room 101
April 13, 2025 Urban Yamadori Buxus sp. Common Boxwood
We have some nice Urban Yamadori common boxwoods. These trees have been out of the ground since 2018, are very well established and ready for styling. They have nice trunks and a lot of potential.
This workshop will go on sale at the February 2, 2025 meeting. The cost will be $45.
2025 Year Long Intermediate Juniper Workshop with Gary Jones
This work shop will take place over the course of 2025. Unless otherwise noted, the workshop will be held from 8:15am to 10:15am in Room 101.
01/12/25 Initial work on trees (patio outside Room 104)
02/02/25 Continuation of initial work, focus on root system, structure and wiring
03/09/25 Repotting on trees that are ready, fertilizer information and wiring
06/01/25 How has the tree changed, what comes next
09/14/25 How is health of tree, color, vigor, structure
11/09/25 Can we repot now? Major work, deadwood, lime sulfur and winter care
We have some very nicer Itoigawa Shimpaku that were grown by Ed Clark. They have 1"+ trunks and are ready for your styling. 8:30am-10:15am Room 101
March 9, 2025 Chrysanthemum Root Over Rock with John Jackson - SOLD OUT
We will be using Japanese Chrysanthemum's that John has started specifically for this workshop. They have nice long roots and will be excellent for a root over rock planting. 8:30am-10:15am Room 101
April 13, 2025 Urban Yamadori Buxus sp. Common Boxwood
We have some nice Urban Yamadori common boxwoods. These trees have been out of the ground since 2018, are very well established and ready for styling. They have nice trunks and a lot of potential.
This workshop will go on sale at the February 2, 2025 meeting. The cost will be $45.
2025 Year Long Intermediate Juniper Workshop with Gary Jones
This work shop will take place over the course of 2025. Unless otherwise noted, the workshop will be held from 8:15am to 10:15am in Room 101.
01/12/25 Initial work on trees (patio outside Room 104)
02/02/25 Continuation of initial work, focus on root system, structure and wiring
03/09/25 Repotting on trees that are ready, fertilizer information and wiring
06/01/25 How has the tree changed, what comes next
09/14/25 How is health of tree, color, vigor, structure
11/09/25 Can we repot now? Major work, deadwood, lime sulfur and winter care
Classes can be paid by check, cash, or through PayPal on the club website. Your name is added to the list after payment is received. Enrollment is available (here online or at meetings) two months before the class begins. Note that classes usually fill up quickly, so sign up early. Any other questions, please email William Graham at [email protected].
You must be a San Diego Bonsai Club member to enroll in any class.
Not yet a member? It is easy to join. Just fill out the membership form and pay your annual dues.
You must be a San Diego Bonsai Club member to enroll in any class.
Not yet a member? It is easy to join. Just fill out the membership form and pay your annual dues.