The Bonsai Society of Western Australia Inc.
Bonsai for Beginners
The basics of bonsai will be covered over the course of 1 day and you will create your own bonsai in training for you to take home and nurture. We hope to whet your appetite for more and the love of bonsai will become a life long passion.
The course is broken down into 5 sections and will cover most of the areas you need to know to get started in Bonsai. Different speakers will address you in the morning and assist you in the afternoon workshop session.
The course numbers are limited and are run for new members, people who need a refresher, and interested members of the public.
Course Syllabus
8.30am – 9.30am Introduction, Basic Horticulture, Bonsai Tools & Equipment, Bonsai Styles
9.30am – 10.30am Selecting Stock Trees, Selecting Pots, Soil
10.30am – 11.00am Morning Tea
11.00am – 12.00pm Tree Design & Styling, Branch & Leaf Pruning, Wiring
12.00pm – 1.00pm Root Pruning, Potting, General Care Questions & Discussion
1.00pm – 1.30pm Lunch
1.30pm – 4.30pm Workshop Practical Each student will work with a mentor who will assist with wiring, styling and potting of a tree for students to take home.
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