Clubs Away Day trip to David Cheshire’s Nursery near Coventry

Sunday the 1st September 2024, saw a number of the club members travelling to David’s nursery near Coventry. The morning was spent talking about Mame sized trees and ways to improve them. The sun came out in the afternoon and things warmed up in the polytunnel, in more ways than one……… we got to get our hands on some small plants and set about re potting them and styling. Of course I forgot to take any notes, but luckily Mandy did an excellent job and I have added them for everyone to recap on the day. Lots of photos for you to enjoy.

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Accent plants at our June meeting

This evening we delved into the art of pairing bonsai trees with accent plants. These companion plants, also known as kusamono or shitakusa, add depth and context to bonsai displays. They can even be fun on their own, paired in the right pot.

Kokedama
Kokedama
Cacti & Succulent display

Derek also put on a Cactus & Succulent display to advertise his upcoming show this weekend in Melksham.

Oh, and there was the usual workshop going on in the background

Back Again at Shilton Open Gardens

Every year, the small Cotswold village of Shilton hosts an ‘Open Gardens’ under the National Gardens Scheme. Swindon club were again back with a marquee display of bonsai, with a work table alongside and even some honey sales from Mandy’s bees. The sun even made an appearance a few times during the day and it stayed dry. A number of gardens in the village were open for viewing, with plant sales and even a cream tea in the village hall…………. if you got there before they were all eaten!!! Here are a few photos to enjoy.

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