Back in March 2017 we decided as a club to purchase a number of small Chinese Elms in order that anyone wanting to join in could have one of the small trees and see what they could do with it as a project. We all started with the same species, size and rough style of tree and they were all catalogued and photographed by Derek for reference as time goes on. The aim was to see what different approaches club members would do with their Elm trees and how they responded to the various techniques and different feeding regimes that would be used. It has only been a year but the results so far have been fascinating. Further updates to follow of each tree and its development for 2019.
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The annual Test Valley Wood Fair held in the woods down in Chandlers Ford, Hampshire on Saturday 1st September 2018 was again a great success and the third year for having a bonsai display in the woods. Eastleigh and Solent Bonsai Societies put on the display of their bonsai trees and they were admired by all who came to the free community event. Collette from Southampton Bonsai was also present for anyone who wanted to start the hobby of bonsai. It is a great family event and there is so much to see and do all day it is well worth a visit.
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This is a National Bonsai Event for bonsai trees that have been created strictly from British material trees — nothing from overseas will be exhibited. Anyone is eligible to submit trees for selection for exhibition at the event. Vendors can trade for free on the lawn adjoining the north side of the hall but must first apply to do so.
NOTE…………………. Now FREE entry, see poster below
Yet again a good day at the Wanborough show, blessed with a mainly dry day. It’s always good to pack things away ‘DRY’.
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1st place, SM Larch
2nd place, KB Pea Shrub
3rd place, PB Cotoneaster
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Mark Moreland kindly compiles the UK Bonsai Shows diary and here is the latest series of dates and advance notice of up and coming bonsai shows for you to schedule in to your calendar. If you wish to add or change any info contact Mark Moreland on 07850771201 or email: markmoreland@live.co.uk
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Tonights club night was a buzz with pruning, everyone bought in their bonsai trees to work on and there was a hive of activity and discussion throughout the evening on pruning techniques, styling and how everyone was coping with keeping up watering in this heat wave.
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Reg Bolton and his brother Jeff are holding an Open Gardens afternoon, as per the poster above. Both are RHS judges, Jeff specialises in fruit and vegetables, while Reg is of course bonsai.
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