Bonsai Basics Workshops at National Arboretum

Bonsai Basics with Tropicals
July 21 or 22; August 11 or 12; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
National Bonsai & Penjing Museum
US National Arboretum
3501 New York Ave. NE
Washington, DC 20002

Create your own tropical bonsai in this all-day class designed for the beginner. You will learn the horticultural, aesthetic, and cultural elements of bonsai and then apply your new knowledge during the hands-on workshop. The material used for this class will be tropical ficus, which can be grown indoors year-round and must be grown indoors during the winter. All necessary materials, including plant, pot, soil, and wire are provided, and some tools will be available. Please bring tools if you have them. Bring lunch for a noon break. Fee: $129 ($103 FONA/NBF) Registration required. See www.usna.usda.gov or call 202-245-4521 for registration information.