July Meeting
Bonsai Manipulation with Maples
Take control of your maple’s design by learning the art of intentional manipulation. This meeting focuses on the techniques specific to deciduous trees, including air layering for better nebari, internode management, and healing large scars. Learn how to work with the tree's natural vigor to create a balanced, elegant structure that shines in both summer leaf and winter silhouette.
August Meeting
Bonsai Environment and Health
Master the vital signs of your collection in this deep dive into bonsai horticulture and environmental management. We’ll explore the 'Golden Triangle' of health; light, water, and oxygen. You’ll learn how to manipulate your specific microclimate to trigger peak growth. Learn to diagnose issues before they become disasters and build a sustainable environment where your trees don't just survive, but thrive.
Heritage Gardens Exhibition
We are officially on the schedule for a more formal show at Heritage Gardens. Setup will be August 31, open to the public September 1-3, and breakdown on the 4th. Beyond that, few details have been finalized and we have much to discuss. Cory wants this show to be a collaboration of the whole club, it is ours to make what we want of it. Thank you to TJ for coordinating with Heritage, and agreeing to be the lead person for the show. Please feel free to reach out to TJ or Cory directly if you want to help, have questions, or suggestions.
May Meeting
Dave Margaretos will be presenting on show preparation, a slight adjustment of the scheduled topics.
Hyannis Country Gardens Demo
The club is doing a demo at Hyannis Country Gardens on April 25 at 1:00. They will supply one tree for us to work on. Cory is also bringing a juniper. Beyond that, everybody is welcomed and encouraged to bring material to work on. If you just want to hang out and talk with people, that is welcome too.