Shimpaku w/ Deadwood w/ Guy Guidry
Join Guy in designing this special Shimpaku with existing and created deadwood. Guy’s work is noted at the national arboretum and is fun to work with. It’s his first time here!
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Thursday May 14
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $200
BYOTS w/ Guy Guidry
He comes all the way from New Orleans with years of experience. We encourage you to bring challenging material. Start a design or take to trees to the next level. (Free program following at 7pm.)
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Friday May 15
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $120
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
Nature's Way Nursery's Open House & Sale w/ GUY GUIDRY
Join us for our Open House & Sale
Featuring:
• guest artist GUY GUIDRY
• & our all-day sale and delicious food!
SCHEDULE
9am - Doors Open
9:30am - Introduction
10-12noon - 1st Demo
12pm-2pm - Lunch/Refreshments
2pm-4pm - 2nd Demo
5pm - Close of Sales
Introduction to Tropical Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Music Meditation and Bonsai w/ Libby & Jim
Quiet day awaits, exploring nature’s bounty, opening the heart. —JD This day long retreat in our yurt will focus on heart rhythm meditation, music, and an introduction to bonsai experience. Bonsai included. (Simple vegetarian lunch included.)
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Sunday May 31
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost: $110
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Deciduous Trees w/ Owen Reich
This expert is a walking encyclopedia with his knowledge and love for deciduous material. A selection of trees will be provided in this requested class. You may also bring your own trees for work and/or advice additionally.
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Saturday June 20
9:30am-3:30pm
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Cost: $170
SPECIAL: Take both of Owen’s classes for $360
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
Azaleas w/ Owen Reich
Selected (Satsuki) Azaleas are prepared for this special workshop. Always a favorite sold-out class. Register early. These plants are exceptional with a great teacher. (Free lecture to follow at 7pm.)
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Sunday June 21
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost: $210
SPECIAL: Take both of Owen’s classes for $360
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Swap & Sale
Join us for a special day of all our offerings of 20-30% off. You may bring up to 10 items (trees and/or pots) to sell or swap. Free pizza and snacks. The last 2 years were a lot of fun so here we go again!
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Saturday, August 22
9:00am-5:00pm
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Cost: FREE
Rock Planting w/ Jim & Michael
California volcanic rock will be sculpted using power tools, hammer, and chisel, and more. In scale plants will create a believable saikei to take home. Bring your own moss.
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Saturday August 29
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $180
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Shohin w/ Suthin
This small tree expert has been acknowledged as one of America’s best. Don’t miss this opportunity. Prepared trees included. Additionally, you may bring up to two trees for Suthin’s advice. (Free program to follow at 7pm.)
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Friday September 18
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $230
SPECIAL: Take all 3 of Suthin’s classes for $480
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
BYOTS w/ Suthin
Knowledge, art, and technique are all included in this session. We are so honored to welcome Suthin back.
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Saturday September 19
9:30am-5:00pm
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Cost: $140
SPECIAL: Take all 3 of Suthin’s classes for $480
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
BYOTS w/ Suthin
Continue your study or start fresh with this all day focus on your trees. Suthin’s knowledge and humor make this a great workshop.
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Sunday September 20
9:30am-5:00pm
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Cost: $140
SPECIAL: Take all 3 of Suthin’s classes for $480
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Japanese White Pine w/ Tony Bebb
Specially selected Japanese White Pine (with trunks of one inch or more) have been prepared for this workshop. Join our Australian friend who is immersed in Japanese bonsai design and culture. Bring one of your own trees for design and advice.
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Thursday October 22
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $250
SPECIAL: Take both of Tony’s classes for $350
BYOTS w/ Tony Bebb
This is Tony’s first time here and he won’t disappoint. Bring as many trees as you wish for advice and work. A fun day awaits! His motto is: Growing knowledge with passion. It’s simple. We all get better together. (Free program to follow at 7pm.)
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Friday October 23
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $120
SPECIAL: Take both of Tony’s classes for $350
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
Nature's Way Nursery's Fall Festival & Sale w/ Tony Bebb
Come join us to celebrate!
Featuring:
• guest artist TONY BEBB
• & our all-day sale and delicious food!
SCHEDULE
9am - Doors Open
9:30am - Introduction
10-12noon - 1st Demo
12pm-2pm - Lunch-a-lot
2-4pm - 2nd Demo
5pm - Close of Sales
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Philosophy of Design & Winter Study w/ Todd Schlafer & Jim Doyle
Todd (Denver collector & artist) returns to teach along with Jim. The daily format includes different philosophical discussions each morning, group style study, and implication of special techniques on your personal trees and/or ours. One of our most popular offerings. Lunch included.
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Friday November 6
9:30am-5:00pm
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Saturday November 7
9:30am-5:00pm
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Sunday November 8
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost: Fri/Sat $110/day,
Sun $90/day -or-
$290/three days
Introduction to Tropical Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
BYOTS w/ Yamil & Kevin
We welcome these gifted artists for advice and work. Bring as many trees as you wish. Trees can also be selected from our offerings.
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Sunday April 26
10:00am-5:00pm
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Cost: $120
SPECIAL: Take both of Yamil & Kevin’s classes for $300
Boxwood & Selected Tropicals w/ Yamil & Kevin
Yamil Collazo from Puerto Rico and Kevin Faris from Massachusetts join together to teach a boxwood and Jaboticaba workshop. Each students gets 2 trees to style and take home! A fun and informative class.
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Saturday April 25
9:30am-4:30pm
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Cost: $200
SPECIAL: Take both of Yamil & Kevin’s classes for $300
Open House & Sale at NWN
Join us after the Mid-Atlantic show for a sale and refreshments!
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
Woodstock XVIII w/ Chase, Jennifer, & Jim
Come work on your own trees or on our selection of yamadori 20-300 years old. Along with newly arrived material, this is always a fun time with a lot of technique shared by Chase, Jennifer, and Jim.. Lunch, snacks, and drinks included.
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Friday, March 27
9:30am-5:00pm
Saturday, March 28
9:30am-5:00pm
Sunday, March 29
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost: $100/day
or $270/three days
Repotting Clinic
Why? When? How? The philosophy of transplanting and repotting trees will be covered in this “dig deep” course. Jim has over 50 years of experience and is here to share and demonstrate before you begin on your own trees! Bring as many trees as you dare.
FREE: Bottom screen anchor wires and drawing for a “Doyle Dibble.” Soil and other items ON SALE.
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Saturday, March 14
9:30am-5:00pm
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Sunday, March 15 — SBC MEMBERS ONLY
10:00am-5:00pm
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Cost: $34 + Materials/day
Introduction to Bonsai
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
INTRODUCTION TO TROPICAL BONSAI
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
PHILOSOPHY OF DESIGN WINTER STUDY W/ TODD SCHLAFER & JIM DOYLE
Todd (Denver collector & artist) returns to teach along with Jim. The daily format includes different philosophical discussions each morning, group style study, and implication of special techniques on your personal trees and/or ours. One of our most popular offerings. Lunch included.
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Friday November 6
9:30am-5:00pm
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Saturday November 7
9:30am-5:00pm
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Sunday November 8
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost: Fri/Sat $110/day,
Sun $90/day -or-
$290/three days
NATURE'S WAY NURSERY'S FALL FESTIVAL & SALE W/ MIKE LANE
Come join us to celebrate!
Featuring:
• guest artist MIKE LANE
• & our all-day sale and delicious food!
SCHEDULE
9am - Doors Open
9:30am - Introduction
10-12noon - 1st Demo
12noon-2pm - Lunch-a-lot
2-4pm - 2nd Demo
5pm - Close of Sales
INTRODUCTION TO BONSAI
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
BYOTS W/ SUTHIN SUKOSOLVISIT
Continue your study or start fresh with this all day focus on your trees. Suthin’s knowledge and humor make this a great workshop.
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Sunday September 20
9:30am-5:00pm
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Cost: $140
SPECIAL: Take all 3 of Suthin’s classes for $480
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
BYOTS W/ SUTHIN SUKOSOLVISIT
Knowledge, art, and technique are all included in this session. We are so honored to welcome Suthin back.
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Saturday September 19
9:30am-5:00pm
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Cost: $140
SPECIAL: Take all 3 of Suthin’s classes for $480
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
SHOHIN W/ SUTHIN SUKOSOLVISIT
This small tree expert has been acknowledged as one of America’s best. Don’t miss this opportunity. Prepared trees included. Additionally, you may bring up to two trees for Suthin’s advice. (Free program to follow at 7pm.)
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Friday September 18
9:30am-4:00pm
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Cost: $230
SPECIAL: Take all 3 of Suthin’s classes for $480
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
INTRODUCTION TO BONSAI
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
SWAP + SALE
Join us for a special day of all our offerings of 20-30% off. You may bring up to 10 items (trees and/or pots) to sell or swap. Free pizza and snacks. The last 2 years were a lot of fun so here we go again!
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Saturday, August 22
9:00am-5:00pm
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Cost: FREE
INTRODUCTION TO BONSAI
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
INTRODUCTION TO BONSAI
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
HOP-HORNBEAM W/ OWEN REICH
Selected (Satsuki) Azaleas are prepared for this special workshop. Always a favorite sold-out class. Register early. These plants are exceptional with a great teacher. (Free lecture to follow at 7pm.)
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Sunday June 21
10:00am-4:00pm
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Cost: $210
SPECIAL: Take both of Owen’s classes for $360
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
AZALEAS W/ OWEN REICH
This expert is a walking encyclopedia with his knowledge and love for deciduous material. A selection of trees will be provided in this requested class. You may also bring your own trees for work and/or advice additionally.
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Saturday June 20
9:30am-3:30pm
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Cost: $170
SPECIAL: Take both of Owen’s classes for $360
An asterisk* denotes that intermediate experience is recommended.
INTRODUCTION TO BONSAI
Become aware of all the elements of bonsai through this beginner’s course taught by Jim Doyle and Michael Chapman. History, styles, design, year-round maintenance, pruning, wiring, potting, and refinement are all covered; along with a hands-on workshop where you will create your own future masterpiece. A great “refresher course.” Plant, pot, soil, wire, fertilizer, and hand-out are included.
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Saturday, February 28
Saturday, April 11
Saturday, May 30 - Tropicals
Saturday, June 13
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, September 12
Saturday, October 10
Saturday, October 31
Saturday, November 14 - Tropicals
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9:30am-4:00pm
Cost: $130
Special—Two students from the same family: $240
NATURE'S WAY NURSERY'S OPEN HOUSE & SALE W/ SERGIO CUAN
Come join us to celebrate!
Featuring:
• guest artist SERGIO CUAN
• & our all-day sale and delicious food!
SCHEDULE
9am - Doors Open
9:30am - Introduction
10-12noon - 1st Demo
12noon-2pm - Lunch-a-lot
2-4pm - 2nd Demo
5pm - Close of Sales