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Please note the club will not formally meet during the month of October 2024. Instead, BSOB will visit Agresta Gardens in east Orlando. Ben Agresta is a gracious host who encourages visitors (especially bonsai clubs) to see his collection. It’s truely one of the best collections east of the Mississippi. Ben’s facebook page is here.

We plan to arrive at the gardens at 10am. The BSOB facebook page will have details. Hope to see you there.

Join us at the September BSOB Meeting for a workshop on the Exposed Root style of bonsai.

At the workshop each member will start a bonsai tree on its journey as an exposed root style.  Trees and material will be provided. All you need to do is bring tools and a willingness to have some fun.  For planning purposes please place your order by September 8 if you intend to take the workshop.  The meeting is September 21, 2024 at the Melbourne public library at 1 PM.  Cost per workshop attendee will be $30. To reserve your spot, place your order here. Spots will be first come first served, so sign up early.

See this Kempinski Korner post (Exposed) for an overview of the techniques to be used in this workshop.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)

Please note the club will not formally meet during the month of August 2024. Instead, BSOB and the Brevard Zoo will host a Bonsai at the Zoo event on August 17 and 18. See this post for more details.

Also note there will be a joint beginner and intermediate class held on Aug 18th. See this post for information.

Build your own Shitakusa at this workshop. Cost is $25. You will get plants, pot, and soil to create your own companion plant to take home. There are only 10 spots available. To reserve your spot, place your order here.

The term Shitakusa in Japanese is “under grass”. Shitakusa are meant to be viewed as a complimentary accompaniment with a bonsai. In preparation for our upcoming Bonsai at the Zoo event, our program for July 20th features a “hands on” activity for participants to create a unique Shitakusa accent for their bonsai display. Plants, a pot and soil is included in the cost of the workshop. If desired, participants are welcome to bring their own plants or a special pot for creating their unique shitakusa accent.

You do not need to be a club member to attend this workshop.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)

Rock bonsai plantings are distinctive and fascinating artistic expressions. A bonsai tree planted in a rock has the appearance of a tough existence in a rugged environment.

Sean Tyson will demonstrate how to create a unique bonsai pot from rough rock materials. His tested technique may be used for you to make, on your own, a one of a kind creation for your own special bonsai. During the program, a tree will be planted in a pre-constructed rock bonsai pot and raffled.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)

The Dwarf Jade raft tree shown here is being displayed at Epcot and by our very own Anthony Castillo. Our club has 5 other members who have trees at Epcot this year and we are ready to help you with

BYOT is a great way to get specific input on your trees. Club experts will help you with styling decisions, pruning, wiring, and give horticultural advice. Spring is a great time to work on many tropical species.

Bring tree(s) and tools. Wire to be provided by club.

Note: This month, we will meet at the Melbourne Public Library, 540 E. Fee Blvd (at 1pm.)