In collaboration with Judy Alleruzzo of Al’s Garden & Home from Gresham, GJG volunteer Deb Peters will present a seminar about creating the perfect pollinator habitat at your own home […]
Saturday May 17 - PART 1Saturday, September 20 - PART 2 🌱 Air Layering & Ground Layering Bonsai Workshop Hands-on Class + Follow-Up Saturday, September 20Location: Gresham Japanese GardenMaterials Provided […]
What to Expect in the Workshop In this workshop, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept, techniques, tools and equipment, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, instructor […]
What to Expect in the Workshop In this workshop, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept, techniques, tools and equipment, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, instructor […]
Managing Pines for Bonsai Pines are one of the most iconic and traditional species used in Japanese bonsai. Known for their strength, structure, and symbolism, pines also teach us the importance of managing a tree’s energy. With proper handling—especially in spring—they are a joy to work with. But without guidance, they can leave even seasoned […]
Managing Pines for Bonsai Pines are one of the most iconic and traditional species used in Japanese bonsai. Known for their strength, structure, and symbolism, pines also teach us the importance of managing a tree’s energy. With proper handling—especially in spring—they are a joy to work with. But without guidance, they can leave even seasoned […]
What to Expect in the Workshop In this workshop, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept, techniques, tools and equipment, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, instructor […]
The project for July is Kusamono. You will make a Kusamono, learn why and when they are used, and the careful maintenance. Kusamono are traditionally used next to bonsai to complement the bonsai and enhance the display, with the suggestion of a season. The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics […]
The project for July is Kusamono. You will make a Kusamono, learn why and when they are used, and the careful maintenance. Kusamono are traditionally used next to bonsai to complement the bonsai and enhance the display, with the suggestion of a season. The Art of Bonsai embodies the Japanese spirit with philosophy and aesthetics […]
We’re excited to unveil Open Kobo, the newest offering in our Art of Bonsai series. This drop‑in workshop invites you to bring your bonsai anytime between 10 AM and 2 PM, in a relaxed, collaborative environment at the Kyoudou Center. Open Kobo will end at 2pm, so arrive early enough to receive consultation. Whether you’re refining a […]
What to Expect in the Workshop In this workshop, instructor Nana Bellerud covers the basic concept, techniques, tools and equipment, and plant care for ikebana. Participants will practice a basic style arrangement within the rules of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana. Beyond simply producing a beautiful work of art with flowers and natural objects, instructor […]
August class is: Grafting demonstration on juniper. Each student will go home with a small juniper on rocks, and learn how to care for it. Explore Gresham Japanese Garden's Art […]
August class is: Grafting demonstration on juniper. Each student will go home with a small juniper on rocks, and learn how to care for it. Explore Gresham Japanese Garden's Art of Bonsai workshop. This month's project has not been decided yet, but rest assured you will learn a new technique AND take a bonsai home […]
September's Styling Kobo will be a Tsuga mertensiana, also known as mountain hemlock. The mountain hemlock Bobby Curttright is using for his styling demonstration was collected from the Mt Hood […]
For the intermediate pruners, a hands-on opportunity to prune a variety of plants at a Japanese garden in Boring, OR, learning alongside Francheska Snyder, a professional ornamental pruner. This workshop […]