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SUMMARY:Pruning Weeping Laceleaf Maples
DESCRIPTION:This is an in-person instructional course with Francheska Snyder. Throughout the course\, participants can engage in an open discussion with Francheska as she prunes a large weeping laceleaf maple in a garden that Gresham Japanese Garden manages. There may be opportunity for some light hand pruning (no pruning tools are required.) The maple (shown above)\, will take two days to complete. This class is the first of two. It’s repeated Sunday the 20th to finish the tree. \nTopics will include pruning techniques to create space and organize branch structure; tree health and sun exposure; managing the desired size; planning for future growth; aesthetics; and more. Whether you’re a home gardener or a landscape professional\, this course offers advanced techniques for pruning laceleaf maples. \nLicensed landscapers will earn 5 CEU credits. \n 
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/pruning-laceleafs/
LOCATION:Gresham Japanese Garden
CATEGORIES:Pruning Program
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SUMMARY:2026 The Art of Bonsai: Dec-Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Copper Wiring Techniques with a Western White Pine\nWestern white pine (Pinus monticola) is an excellent species for learning the art of wiring with copper because of its flexible branches and classic conifer form. Copper wire provides the strength needed to position and hold branches while they gradually set into their new shape\, allowing students to create elegant movement and layered branch structure. Unlike aluminum wire\, copper work requires greater precision and proper application\, making it an important skill for intermediate bonsai enthusiasts. \nIn this workshop\, participants will learn the fundamentals of selecting the correct wire gauge\, applying copper wire at the proper angle\, and safely bending branches without causing damage. Emphasis will be placed on creating natural branch placement\, balanced design\, and the refined silhouette characteristic of mature pine bonsai. Students will also learn when to wire\, how long the wire should remain on the tree\, and how to monitor for wire bite as the branches begin to set. By the end of the workshop\, each participant will leave with a beautifully styled Western white pine and the confidence to continue developing it for years to come. \nClass will take place in the greenhouse.
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2026-the-art-of-bonsai-dec-sat/
LOCATION:Gresham Japanese Garden Greenhouse\, 219 N Main\, Gresham\, Multnomah\, 97080\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260916T225352Z
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SUMMARY:Pruning Weeping Laceleaf Maples
DESCRIPTION:This is an in-person instructional course with Francheska Snyder. Throughout the course\, participants can engage in an open discussion with Francheska as she prunes a large weeping laceleaf maple in a garden that Gresham Japanese Garden manages. There may be opportunity for some light hand pruning (no pruning tools are required.) The maple (shown above)\, requires two days to complete the pruning. This class is the second of two classes. \nTopics will include pruning techniques to create space and organize branch structure; tree health and sun exposure; managing the desired size; planning for future growth; aesthetics; and more. Whether you’re a home gardener or a landscape professional\, this course offers advanced techniques for pruning laceleaf maples. \nLicensed landscapers will earn 5 CEU credits. \n 
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/pruning-laceleaf-maples-sunday/
LOCATION:Gresham Japanese Garden
CATEGORIES:Pruning Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270116T150000
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SUMMARY:2027 Art of Bonsai - Jan_Sat
DESCRIPTION:Add New EventsCreating a Vine Maple Forest on Lava Rock\nDiscover the art of creating a miniature forest using our native Pacific Northwest Vine Maple (Acer circinatum). In this project based hands-on workshop\, participants will learn how to arrange multiple trees into a harmonious forest composition\, using lava rock as a natural foundation for their design. \nWe will explore the principles of forest-style bonsai\, known as Yose-ue\, including tree selection\, placement\, varying heights\, and creating depth and perspective. Students will also learn techniques for securing trees to lava rock\, working with exposed roots\, and establishing a planting that will thrive as it matures. \nEach participant will create their own forest planting to take home\, along with the knowledge needed to care for and develop their composition over time.
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2027-art-of-bonsai-jan_sat/
LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080
CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270121T200000
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SUMMARY:2027 Art of Bonsai - Jan_Thurs
DESCRIPTION:Creating a Vine Maple Forest on Lava Rock\nDiscover the art of creating a miniature forest using our native Pacific Northwest Vine Maple (Acer circinatum). In this project based hands-on workshop\, participants will learn how to arrange multiple trees into a harmonious forest composition\, using lava rock as a natural foundation for their design. \nWe will explore the principles of forest-style bonsai\, known as Yose-ue\, including tree selection\, placement\, varying heights\, and creating depth and perspective. Students will also learn techniques for securing trees to lava rock\, working with exposed roots\, and establishing a planting that will thrive as it matures. \nEach participant will create their own forest planting to take home\, along with the knowledge needed to care for and develop their composition over time.
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2027-art-of-bonsai-jan_thurs/
LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080
CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270210T180000
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SUMMARY:History of Japanese Maple Cultivars - on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Instructor Norm Jacobs says that we are in a period of “changing of the guard” in the world of Japanese maples with the future uncertain. That said\, many select introductions of the last 30 years (the period of my most intense activity) are still rare or just making their way into propagation in numbers adequate to lower prices and improve availability. New plants continue to enter our evaluation program each year.  This class will focus on JMs introduced during 1980-2018. Here are a few outstanding maple specialists instructor Norm Jacobs will discuss: \n\nJack Muldoon\, Trans-Pacific Nursery – Acer X circinatum Ki setsudore +\nDel Loucks\, Del’s Japanese Maples- Emerald Lace\, Beni hoshi +\nTalon Buchholz\, Buchholz Nursery\, active though nursery now owned/operated by Matt and Tim Nichols (Mr. Maple) – The Ghost series (Sister\, Amber\, First\, etc)\, Fairy Hair\, Geisha Gone Wild\, Bloody Talons\nThe Dutch: Firma Esveld (the van Gelderen family) – shirasawanum aureum\, Ariadne +\nMasayoshi Yano – Kurenai jishi\, and author of Book for Maples
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/history-of-japanese-maples-on-zoom/
LOCATION:Zoom\, 219 S Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR
CATEGORIES:Pruning Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270218T200000
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SUMMARY:2027 Art of Bonsai - Feb_Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Repotting & Guy-Wire Techniques with Pacific Crabapple (Malus fusca)\nIn this hands-on workshop\, participants will learn two essential bonsai techniques: repotting and guy-wire branch positioning. Students will evaluate their tree’s root system\, select an appropriate planting angle\, and repot their Pacific Crabapple into a growing box or a bonsai pot they bring from home. All necessary soils will be provided. \nOnce repotted\, participants will learn how to apply guy wires to stabilize the tree and guide branches into their desired positions. This technique allows for controlled adjustments to branch placement\, helping establish a balanced\, natural-looking structure while minimizing stress on the tree. \nThroughout the workshop\, we will discuss the growth habits and seasonal care requirements of Pacific Crabapple\, including how to encourage healthy root development and maintain the tree’s flowering and fruiting potential. \nEach participant will take home their newly repotted and styled Pacific Crabapple\, along with the knowledge and skills to continue its development as a bonsai.
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2027-art-of-bonsai-feb_thursday/
LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080
CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270220T150000
DTSTAMP:20261110T225410Z
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SUMMARY:2027 Art of Bonsai - Feb_Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Repotting & Guy-Wire Techniques with Pacific Crabapple (Malus fusca)\nIn this hands-on workshop\, participants will learn two essential bonsai techniques: repotting and guy-wire branch positioning. Students will evaluate their tree’s root system\, select an appropriate planting angle\, and repot their Pacific Crabapple into a growing box or a bonsai pot they bring from home. All necessary soils will be provided. \nOnce repotted\, participants will learn how to apply guy wires to stabilize the tree and guide branches into their desired positions. This technique allows for controlled adjustments to branch placement\, helping establish a balanced\, natural-looking structure while minimizing stress on the tree. \nThroughout the workshop\, we will discuss the growth habits and seasonal care requirements of Pacific Crabapple\, including how to encourage healthy root development and maintain the tree’s flowering and fruiting potential. \nEach participant will take home their newly repotted and styled Pacific Crabapple\, along with the knowledge and skills to continue its development as a bonsai.
URL:https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/calendar/2027-art-of-bonsai-feb_sat/
LOCATION:Kyoudou Center\, 219 S. Main Avenue\, Gresham\, OR\, 97080
CATEGORIES:The Art of Bonsai
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