Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 22

Saturday, March 29

Saturday, April 26 - Tropicals

Saturday, June 28

Saturday, July 19

Saturday, September 20

Saturday, October 11

Saturday, November 15 - Tropicals

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $120

Special—Two students from the same family: $220

Join Jim in a small planting using millions+ years old Tufa Rock and selected plant for indoor or outdoor composition. Rocks, plants, muck, and soil included. Bring your own moss.

Saturday, March 15      

9:30am-1:30pm

Cost: $80

Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 22

Saturday, March 29

Saturday, April 26 - Tropicals

Saturday, June 28

Saturday, July 19

Saturday, September 20

Saturday, October 11

Saturday, November 15 - Tropicals

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $120

Special—Two students from the same family: $220

Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle.  History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece.  A great “refresher course.”  Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.

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Saturday, February 22

Saturday, March 29

Saturday, April 26 - Tropicals

Saturday, June 28

Saturday, July 19

Saturday, September 20

Saturday, October 11

Saturday, November 15 - Tropicals

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9:30am-4:00pm

Cost: $120

Special—Two students from the same family: $220

One of Sergio’s passions is deciduous material. Maple, Hornbeam, and Elm will be provided as choices for this special workshop. You may bring up to three trees for advice.

For more info, check out Sergio’s Bio HERE.

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Thursday, May 15         

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $190

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF SERGIO’S CLASSES FOR $280

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

We welcome this gifted artist to share his teaching style. Bring as many trees as you like for advice and work. You can also select trees from our offerings.

FREE lecture to follow at 7pm.

For more info, check out Sergio’s Bio HERE.

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Friday, May 16

9:30am-4:30pm

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Cost: $110

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF SERGIO’S CLASSES FOR $280

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

Marco is back with his unique insight into tree design. Marco who has studied under Salvatore Liporace (Italy) and Kimora (Japan), is one of the bonsai world’s finest stylists and technicians. Take your trees to the next level under his tutelage. Free program to follow at 7pm.

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Saturday, June 7

9:30am-5:00pm

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Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MARCO’S CLASSES FOR $190

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

First part of session is working with Marco on your personal trees followed by a session on tree display—using your trees! Display tables will be included to complete the discussion.

Free program to follow at 2pm.

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Saturday, June 8

9:30am-1:00pm

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Cost: $70

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MARCO’S CLASSES FOR $190

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

Selected (Wakibiso) Azaleas are prepared for this special workshop. This is always a favorite sold-out class. Register early! These plants are exceptional with a great teacher.

Free lecture to follow at 7pm.

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Saturday, June 21          

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $200

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF OWEN’S CLASSES FOR $380

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

HOP-HORNBEAM W/ OWEN REICH

Collected from the wilds of Tennessee, these natives are very hardy and similar to Hornbeam. Add an unusual specimen to your collection with this unique class. You may bring 2-3 additional trees for advice and styling.

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Sunday, June 22

10:00am-3:30pm

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Cost: $200

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF OWEN’S CLASSES FOR $380

Join us for a special day of all our offerings of 20-30% off. You may bring up to 5 items (trees and/or pots) to sell or swap. Free pizza and snacks. Last year was a lot of fun so here we go again!

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Saturday, August 23

9:00am-5:00pm

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Cost: FREE

This small tree expert has been acknowledged as one of America’s best. Don’t miss this opportunity. Prepared trees included. You may bring up to two additional trees for Suthin’s advice.

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Thursday, September 25           

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $220

-SPECIAL- TAKE ALL 3 OF SUTHIN’S CLASSES FOR $450

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

BYOTS W/ SUTHIN SUKOSOLVISIT

Knowledge, art, and technique are included in this session. We are so honored to welcome Suthin back.

Free lecture to follow at 7pm.

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Friday, September 26

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE ALL 3 OF SUTHIN’S CLASSES FOR $450

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

Continue the study or start fresh with this all day focus on your trees. Suthin’s knowledge and humor make this a great workshop.

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Saturday, September 27            

9:30am-5:00pm

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Cost: $130

-SPECIAL- TAKE ALL 3 OF SUTHIN’S CLASSES FOR $450

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.

SWEETPLUM W/ MIKE LANE

These great for bonsai plants are hand-selected by Mike for this special class. Sweetplum ramify wonderfully to create a future showpiece.

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Thursday, October 23  

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $200

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MIKE’S CLASSES FOR $360

This fragrant purple flowering tree is great for bonsai. Mike personally picked these out. The thorns found on this tree can be pruned off. Potted in a bonsai container.

Free lecture to follow at 7pm.

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Friday, October 24

9:30am-4:00pm

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Cost: $180

-SPECIAL- TAKE BOTH OF MIKE’S CLASSES FOR $360

An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.