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Joining Classes to Learn How To Care For Your Bonsai Plants
from: Lawn and Garden Magic
Bonsai is an ancient gardening and art form that requires a lot of study to practise it successfully. Certainly books will be helpful, however a most enjoyable and interesting way to learn about caring for your Bonsai is by joining a class. Training classes gives you hands-on practice since proper techniques for pruning, thinning, wiring and repotting will be demonstrated for you. It's a great way to learn by watching a professional, which will also make it easier to understand the reasoning behind each technique.
Classes
Bonsai classes teach everything from the basics to advanced techniques. You can locate classes by checking with your local branch of any Bonsai club. Classes may be offered by local colleges or as adult night classes. This will give you some excellent hands-on experience and you'll be able to ask questions of the teacher and interact with other students to help you learn faster.
Seminars
Local seminars are often given through garden clubs or nursery centers. Bonsai seminars are very helpful because they usually don't require a lot of time since many seminars are just a few hours long. During the seminar an expert will go through a demonstration of the most common techniques. You'll also likely meet others with the same interest and often get information on other Bonsai events.
Workshops
These are often scheduled so you can participate. Check your local Bonsai club for information. Sometimes you can participate in the workshop while other times there are demonstrations. Both can be helpful for anyone just starting out as a Bonsai gardener.
Online Classes
Another major source of quality infermation is the Internet where you can participate in online classes. Online Bonsai classes can will help you learn the basics as well as have someone to turn to for answers to your questions. Online classes are operated in the same way as regular classes. The teacher conducts the class, giving you information via email. They generally have a book they follow along with and will recommend you purchase it for more in-depth information. Message boards will also help students connect with each other as well as with the teacher.
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