Day: March 30, 2017
Review of the Week: 22-28 March
Its Spring Again
Originally posted on Robert Nocher Shohin Bonsai:
When the vibrant colours of the new Spring growth begin to appear, its definitely my favourite time of year. Here are some pictures of the trees that have sprung into life first. This shohin Yew has new buds everywhere, much earlier than previous years My Acer Shishigashira is always the first of my maples to leaf out Larches… Continue reading Its Spring Again
Strandfontein Outing
Originally posted on Hermanus Bird Club:
? A visit to Strandfontein offers members the chance to see some rare birds, as a number of them have recently been recorded at this famous locality. Those wishing to attend should meet at the Onrus Trading Post at 7 am next Thursday (the 6th April) to consolidate transport. Barbara will lead the outing and Challengers should use this… Continue reading Strandfontein Outing
Large Coast Live Oak and Labor Extortion at Kimura Nursery
I was recently offered a spot in a Will Baddeley workshop. Bob informed me that some space was open and in lieu of the workshop fee I could also trade in work. I didn’t have $200, but with the onset of spring break I did have time. With a few trees that could use carving as well as an opportunity to meet more members of the… Continue reading Large Coast Live Oak and Labor Extortion at Kimura Nursery
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Bonsai Comes Full Circle
Originally posted on The View From the Barn:
It’s a funny thing about life and gardening, they return to their beginnings. So it is with bonsai at Garland Nursery. We have enjoyed a good relationship with Wee Tree Farm and then Wee Tree, LLC. since 1986, both separate businesses with wonderful owners. However, that’s not where Garland Nursery’s connection to bonsai began. It all started… Continue reading Bonsai Comes Full Circle
March 2017 meeting
Waiting for Signs of Growth
Originally posted on vancerains.com:
I grow bonsai trees. In South Florida, some kinds of trees grow year round. Some never lose their leaves or foliage. But, some, need an annual period of dormancy – typically, the winter (though, we don’t get much of a winter in South Florida!). During the holidays, I visited a bonsai store in Orlando, where I have purchased a number… Continue reading Waiting for Signs of Growth
National Arboretum
Originally posted on Hi Xander:
The United States National Arboretum serves as the center for botanical research within the United States. It is a beautiful location with columns that used to be part of the National Capitol but were removed in 1958 during the Capitol’s expansion. My favorite part, the flowers! Who doesn’t love a good old flower picture? And lastly, the renowned bonsai trees… Continue reading National Arboretum
