New! Get ready to refine both technique and artistic vision when working with pine bonsai species. This class focuses on critical seasonal practices such as decandling, needle thinning, and energy balancing to promote ramification (branching) and maintain tree health. Learn how to apply advanced wiring and styling methods to create refined branch structure, improve silhouette, and enhance the tree’s aged appearance. Emphasis is placed on timing, precision, and long-term development strategies, helping you elevate your pines from well-maintained bonsai to exhibition-quality specimens. 

Elle Nieto-Brodnick, bonsai assistant, Chicago Botanic Garden
Bonsai Studio, Grainger Center