The sexual expression of flowering plants is an interesting one, and often I am caught referring to a tree as a him or her and in some cases this is correct as there are distinct male and female trees for some species but also there are a few variations to consider.
A few explanations for why trees grow the way they do… and how this can be good to know when developing your bonsai tree’s…
1st place – RA, White Beech
2nd place – PB, Larch
3rd place – AW, Stewartia
Wiring was the theme for this months workshop for our members. Some like it, some loath it. The process can be fiddly and time consuming but learning to do it well can help bring a better structure and a precisely defined look to your trees.
Thank you to Mark and Ming, great day and a very good selection of trees on show. Here are a few images from the day.
We decided to revisit the gardens at RHS Wisley today, the Glasshouse has an exceptional quantity and variety of plants. Also, we were surprised to see the Bonsai garden has been rebuilt, sponsored by Dawn and Peter Chan of Herons Bonsai. The layout is now much simpler, with paving stones, gravel and a few japanese garden accoutrements in the mix. You will have to excuse the poor quality of photography due to the overwhelming amount of precipitation we recieved.
We’re looking forward to Magical Bonsai Accents, 19th July 2014
Demonstrations by one of the UK’s Top Bonsai Artists —- Graham Potter
At The Barn, High Street, Harlington, Middlesex. UB3 5ER
Slide shows and Traders…………….Refreshments are available. Entrance = Adults – £2. OAP/Children – £1
Congratulations to Ian Stewardson, John Armitage and Mark & Ritta Cooper who all won awards at the show.
The show was well attended and boasted a good variety of species in the club displays section. This is a great opportunity to pick up some sundries ready for the approaching repotting season. Good to talk with Ken Leaver from Windybank and Lee Verhorevoort, as well as Davey Jones from Wallsall Ceramics, Kaizen Bonsai and Adrian Long’s UK Bonsai Turntables.
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