Bonsai Workshop

Grow your skills alongside your very own tree in this six-part bonsai course in London, made for complete beginners.The course follows the seasonal rhythm of the trees, so you'll learn each technique at the right time of year. Sessions may shift slightly depending on how the trees are growing, or to cover anything the group would like to talk about.Across the six sessions, you'll cover:

• Session 1: repotting and care (February)
• Session 2: feeding and pests (March)
• Session 3: pruning and wiring (April)
• Session 4: discovering bonsai species (May)
• Session 5: defoliation (June)
• Session 6: deadwood artistry with jin and shari (July)

You'll work on your own Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) throughout the course, and it's yours to take home. All soil mixes, pots and wire are provided in each session, along with access to specialist bonsai tools.After every class, you'll get a step-by-step aftercare guide so you know exactly how to look after your tree until we meet again. You'll also have direct advice and regular check-ins from your teacher throughout the growing season, so there's always someone to ask when a leaf does something unexpected.By July, you'll have spent half a year learning the craft in real time, with a tree that's been shaped by your own hands and the know-how to keep it thriving for years to come. Your Own Tree: A Japanese Acer Palmatum to work on and take home!

• Materials & Tools: All soil mixes, pots, wiring, and specialised tool access provided during sessions.
• Step-by-Step Aftercare Guides: Custom guidance following each session so you know how to care for your tree between classes.
• Ongoing Community Support: Direct advice and check-ins throughout the course growing season.

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