Class Schedule

Introduction to Bonsai

With a focus on care and maintenance, learn all the basics of bonsai design. Select a tree, learn how to prune, transplant, landscape with rocks, and discover what the art of bonsai is all about as you create your very own bonsai to take home. This class includes everything you need!

Includes all materials needed to participate.
Cost: $120

DATES

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Introduction to Bonsai 2

Expanding upon what was taught in Intro to Bonsai 1, this class will delve deeper into maintenance pruning, basic wiring, and how to bend branches to create pleasing classical shapes and beautiful bonsai.

Includes all materials.
Cost: $175

DATES

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Beyond the Basics

This introductory class is designed for students looking for a more immersive experience in bonsai technique and horticultural practice. Seriously-minded beginners will appreciate the depth of instruction, and students will walk away with a solid foundation for working across many different species.

Includes all materials.
Cost: $175

DATES

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Beginner Workshop

Bring in your bonsai tree and get started on one small project. Learn how to prune or re-pot or wire and style, or just come in to learn the basic seasonal care and maintenance. In order to maximize the focus of the class, sessions are separated by project: choose between Pruning & Styling or Repotting.

Use of our tools, soil and wire is included in the price of this workshop.
Cost: $85

DATES

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Yours, Mine, Ours: A Class for Two

Class for Two: designed for those who want to discover this great hobby together. Spouses or friends, parents and kids, even grandparents and children have enjoyed this great bonsai experience together.

Each person learns the basics by creating a beautiful tropical bonsai individually, then, each pair collaborates to create one large tree together. Make a gift to each other by joining forces and making bonsai!

Materials provided.
Make trees part of your relationship. One registration is for two people.
Cost: $280.00 (for two)

DATES

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Intermediate Workshop with Zuma

Prerequisite: Introduction to Bonsai Class or equivalent.

Bring your own bonsai and learn how to develop it through the seasons and years with Zuma! The Intermediate Workshop is for students who wish to reach that next level in the art of bonsai. Every student participating in workshops are at different places in their bonsai journey. This enables you to learn not just from our instructor, but from other students as well!

Use of soil and tools are provided, but students are encouraged to purchase their own.
Cost: $145

DATES

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Species Focus Series

These beginner classes are catered to students who have some of the basic knowledge of bonsai techniques and would like to bring diversity into their collection. The series is timed to match the appropriate season, and instructors will discuss some of the nuances and specific care of each species.

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DATES

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Black Pine Workshop

The Japanese Black Pine (JBP) is regarded as the “King” of Japanese bonsai species, with its first recorded use dating back to the 1600s. This series is friendly for all skill levels and will enable students to practice with advanced horticultural and design techniques. Follow this emblematic tree through the seasons and learn how it has adapted to the climate and conditions of New England. Students may begin the course at any installment and will attend a total of four sessions to conduct season-specific work (wiring, candle pruning, bud selection, proper fertilization, fungal mitigation, etc.).

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