
The History of Bonsai
The History of Bonsai. This is an in-depth discussion about the History of Bonsai in China 2300 years ago and how this unique art form spread throughout the world. This website offers great detail into Techniques, Tree Species, Inspiration, Courses and a Forum. Also, here is an additional link to the 6th US National Bonsai Exhibition (Click on blue link) with some stunning photographs.

September 2023 Newsletter
This Newsletter discusses a special Bonsai artist, Laurent Darrieux, and his visit that is scheduled for Friday, Sep 15, a "Broom Style" discussion by Rick Owens, plans for our October meeting, and the forms required for the annual Bonsai Exhibit. We also have...

August 2023 Newsletter
This month's Newsletter is full of useful information about Root-Over-Rock styling with comments and suggestions from Richard Owens, and a YouTube video. We are also having a very special guest Laurent Darrieux in September, and there are two links to the skills and...

Sep 15 (Friday) Special Speaker: Laurent Darrieux
We will be meeting Friday at 9AM for a very special demonstration by renowned French artist Laurent Darrieux, the author of the Cosmic Bonsai. The tree that he will use will become our December Holiday raffle tree that we draw the winning ticket for at our Holiday...

The Passing of Mike Knowlton
July 2023 Newsletter
Many topics here….Ramification, “Pick Your Triangle” discussion, the August 19 Meeting on Root-Over-Rock, a special September 15 presentation by Laurent Darrieux, a Mike Lane class, and Useful Contacts. The WebMaster has also added several links to these topics so...
Events
Mike Lane Presentation on Buttonwood
October 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pmBonsai Society of SWFL Annual Show and Raffle-CANCELLED
November 1 - November 2
Galleries
The Bonsai Society of Southwest Florida, Inc.
(239) 935-6850
info@bonsaiswfl.org