GEELONG BONSAI CLUB INCORPORATED MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

MONDAY 10th JUNE MEETING 2019

GENERAL MEETING -CLUB WORKSHOP

President's June Message - John Dearnley May has been an extra busy month already with the AABC convention in Melbourne hosted by the Victoria Native Bonsai Club. All Victoria Bonsai clubs should be very proud; the standard of this show and convention was world class. Attended by people from every state in Australia and New Zealand. Just want to thank all the Geelong members who had trees in the exhibition and helped and worked during the weekend. Thanks. Next year's Illawarra Show in NSW will run 2020 AABC once I get more details we will forward to the membership. The 2021 Convention will be the 9th World Bonsai Convention in Western Australia, October 14-18 2021 maybe a great chance to go to the West. June meeting is on Monday the 10th June General Meeting with a Demonstration from Tien Bonsai sensation looking at repotting Bonsais. Tien came to our club last year and gave a great demo I am also looking forward to this year too. May’ meeting was again a great turnout even in the colder weather with lots of new members attending Hugh's presentation and other members doing a workshop. That also reminds me talk to me about Joe’s workshops if you want to attend they are limited and just about booked out until the end of the year The September workshop of Joe’s has changed to the 14th from the 21st The GBCI committee have meet for their fourth meeting going through a couple of important items and looking towards the 2019 show I am about to talk to a number of members to get the show committee started. We have lots to do before November show but I am sure it will come quick and we will have a great show as always. I am also looking for members to help over this weekend please talk to me or call me so we can get the best result. I would also like to thank our Treasurer Nathan for his work on our finances and talking to the membership at last month's meeting and our prediction / forecast for our year end results and the investment in assets we are doing. This will make our club even stronger. Please enjoy your club and ask question. See you at the meeting Regards John Dearnley President GBCI

MONDAY 13th MAY - WORKSHOP MEETING

MAY 2019 SHOW BENCH

JUNE SHOW BENCH • Tree of the month – Pine & Junipers

• Style of the Month – Full or Semi cascade or Minis

• “Your Choice”, --anything that looks especially good to you at this time of the year.

HOW THE SHOW BENCH WORKS Each month there will be a “Tree of the Month” and this can be any style. There will also be a “Style of the Month” this can be any species. The section “Your Choice” can be any species and style. There will be three sections. Novice, Intermediate, and Open. Judged as follows:

• 1 point will be awarded for every tree shown. • 3 points for the best-judged tree in that section. • 2 points for the second tree. • 1 point for the third.

The “Your Choice of tree” is open to all sections. All trees presented must be in show condition, i.e. clean pots, trimmed etc. At the A.G.M. in December, there will be a prize for the Winners of each section. Please be aware to display trees at the show bench they need to be in bonsai pots. Others to be placed elsewhere. Check with Jason who does the monthly judging for more information.

Report on the AABC Convention 2019 hosted by the Victorian Native Bonsai Club held at Bell City - repost courtesy of Bonsai North West Newsletter article by Greg Thomas and Ian Barnes.

Also known as the Kunzea conference, this was quite an experience. Prior to the conference I had not heard of a Kunzea. It sounded to me like a tribal villager from upper Papua New Guinea. But as it turned out, this native plant (native at least to Val’s property in Seymour) was the focus of a number of demonstrations on how to turn ‘a bush into a bonsai’.

Ryan Neil was quite amazing in his ability to produce something of beauty from excavated stock. He was a wealth of information, even as he attempted to fit as many big words into a single sentence as possible. (This retired PE teacher had a few moments where he was almost lost). But his ability to educate the masses on horticultural subjects was most impressive. One line that stuck with me was this. Bonsai is the art of patience. So true.

Hugh Grant was also very skillful in his demonstration of ‘wind swept Kunzea’. Both he and Ryan worked very hard to entertain the audience and produce really beautiful pieces, (Ryan likes to call everything ‘a piece’). I really enjoyed the session on collected Kunzea’s which showed that collecting native tress from the wild is still in its infancy. Members of the Vic native bonsai club are learning new techniques each time they collect. Which means that even a dummy like me could give this a crack. Quentin held a ‘wild tree virtual critique’ on Sunday afternoon which was a cool idea and even faced with some technical difficulties pulled off a really unique look at how trees can be designed. I can see this being adopted by lots of bonsai enthusiasts into the future.

All in all I had a very enjoyable time and I would recommend the Victorian native bonsai club to anyone interested in delving into Native bonsai. I intend to join the native bonsai club at their next meeting and I encourage you all to consider doing the same.

Bonsai Happenings for the Diary Native Acquisition Prize

World Bonsai Masters

Tops Weekend

Bonsai Society of Victoria Inc 12th –13th October 2109 Box Hill Town Hall, Whitehorse Road Box Hill: exclusively presents workshops & demonstrations.

GBC Annual Show 9th-10th November 2019 10th-11th November 2017 at the Masonic Hall, Regent Street, Belmont. A magnificent display of Bonsai and a well stocked trading table that offers Bonsai requisites for sale, including pots, tools, wire, books including trained and semi-trained Bonsai and nursery stock. Continuous demonstrations of shaping and repotting of bonsai each day.Meet and talk with Geelong’s top Bonsai exponents. Light refreshments available.

9th World Convention 2021

Message From Our Librarian Sieg Jobson

BONSAI by Susan M. Bachenheimer Resnick Includes a chapter on the origins of bonsai. Written records date the beginnings of bonsai from the third and fourth century, migrating to Japan from China by AD 1195, probably introduced by Buddhist monks. There’s also an interesting chapter on choosing and buying the right, already formed, bonsai. Determining the age , quality and time to buy. Care and maintenance covers areas such as the siting of your bonsai, light, different soil types, temperature, fertilization, winter protection and ,interestingly ,methods for mossing a potted bonsai. The chapter on indoor bonsai gives an insight into the care of your indoor plant, the light required, temperature, watering, fertilization and, a major consideration, the humidity needed for the wellbeing of your indoor bonsai . The book finishes with a list of bonsai plants plus a concise overview of its requirements. BONSAI FOCUS 158/181 The latest magazine we have has an article on branch placement, working on pine, multi-trunked satsuki, and handmade pots. There are many more articles but these stood out for me. Sieglinde Jobson 0438 522 192

BONSAI ACTION FOR JUNE Winter – Courtesy of Aus bonsai.com.au

Winter is the time we sit back and enjoy the intricate tracery of deciduo us trees, contemplate and plan the changes we need to make to improve all our trees

• During the winter months, cut back on the watering of all your tree s to ensure they do not stay wet all the time.

• Ensure that tropical trees and plants that need protection from the Frost or ice are under cover or inside. ( Ficus, Bougainvillea, etc)

• Winter is the time for Heavy Pruning, Wiring and Needle plucking of Pines.

• Re-potting of deciduous trees late winter as buds begin to swell in p reparation of the new

spring growth.

If you have many Deciduous trees, you can start Re-potting and root prune now with the trees that experience early dormancy. Just ensure the Roots and soil do not stay wet thru the winter causing root rot. Wire your trees (all species) at this time so that it can be left on as long as possible. While the trees are not actively growing the wire will not cut in and scar the tree. Start planning your Spring Re-potting Schedule. Ensure you have sufficient potting mix and pots on hand for Spring.

June action

Now that winter has arrived, the time for autumn potting has finished. The reason for this is that new feeder roots need warmth to develop and so with the onset of cold weather the possibility of root-rot occurs. What then CAN be done in these cooler months? Most of us, I think, have many bonsai jobs that we have put aside due to the pressures in the busier seasons Now is the time to catch up on these.

Firstly, autumn to winter is an excellent time to shape your trees. Deciduous trees, in particular, are best shaped at this time as we can observe their structure and form without any leaves to obscure it. It is a very good time for wiring also. Again, for deciduous trees, access is easier. In the books, you may read that winter makes the wood more brittle and thus easier to break. This is true - if you live in a very cold area. If winters are mild, the problem is not so great, but to be on the safe side' let your trees be in a dryish condition at the time of wiring. The cells of the tree are thus so swollen and breakages are not so easy. In the cooler months, because of the absence of more pressing jobs, one can go rock collecting( for use in rock-settings saikei or as viewing stones),spend more time in making the outdoor display more attractive and perhaps in rearranging trees. From the horticultural point of view, it is advisable to place tender trees in a more sunny position.

However, most trees would benefit by having more sun during the winter months (this promotes

better bud development and healthier growth in spring). Frequently, problems associated with

watering arise in the winter months. Often people get into a habit of watering at a particular time

during the summer months and do not vary this even when the cooler period begins. The result is

that trees are being re-watered while still damp - thus giving the chance for root-rot to set in.

Deciduous trees that use water so quickly in summer are now using far less due to the absence of

leaves, but all trees are using less and one must be sure that the surface of the soil is, in fact, dry

before re-watering (note that trees should be saturated when you water do not think that the fact

that trees are slower to use water in winter means that they should only be sprinkled). If your trees

have developed a thick coating of moss over the soil surface, remove some to allow for better air

circulation and drainage in the container. The parts you have removed can be placed in shallow

trays of damp soil to be kept for use in spring.

Also, try to make a habit of watering in the morning or warm part of the day - especially if you are in

a very cold area. This gives a chance excess water to drain off before the colder night temperatures

(in extremely cold areas, excess water may freeze the pot. This damages the root system and in

some cases even cracks the pot). Another job that can be done in the winter months is to check

your trees for insects and pests. The trees that are prone to mildew (e.g. maples, crepe myrtles,

oaks, roses and olives) should be sprayed with lime-sulphur solution about two or three times

during winter months. This kills the mildew spores and gives the chance for an un-marred crop of

fresh leaves in the following spring.

From June to July the pinching of candles can be done, for black pines remove the strongest candles from the top of the tree, remove less in the middle of the tree and remove only the weakest candles on the lower part of the tree. As for white pines (pulling can tear and damage the tree cutting is recommended).Before buds unfold, cut out old needles progressively with scissors. Remove candles where growth is to be limited.

Clean fruit

Remove fallen leaves from pots and benches to keep slaters & slugs away lighten or remove load of berries or fruit to avoid depleting tree for next season

Other Read, plan, develop, take notes, look at other people's trees

Pests Clean litter from bonsai area to avoid slaters, etc.

Potting Plan what to re-pot or pot and prioritise

Pots Put pots on angle in wetter months for better drainage

Re-pot Mark pots not draining well for later re-pot with more open mix

Shape Inspect deciduous trees for faults and improvements; pinch off spent azalea heads

Show Start planning

Spray After leaf fall, spray deciduous trees prone to mildew with weak solution of lime sulphur

Sun Water Place trees in as much full sun as possible; sheltered branches die back do not overwater deciduous. Group for ease of watering; tilt pots if necessary.

JUNE PLANT PROFILE Murraya paniculata, Jasmin Orange (Satinwood tree)

A small genus of trees and shrubs from tropical Asia and Australia. They are evergreen trees with

alternate pinnate leaves and smooth trunks. Murraya paniculata from China has a smooth light

yellow-brown trunk, deep green imparipinnate leaves and racemes of scented, 5-petalled white

flowers and long orange-red berries. The common name Jasmin Orange comes from the strongly

and sweetly scented, bell shaped white flowers similar to those of Jasmin and the smaller

brightly coloured berries resembling tiny oranges that form in summer. The pale smooth bark

gives it its second common name of Satinwood tree.

Position:- Full sun but shade from hot summer sun. Protect from frost. This plant prefers a

warm position and does well indoors in a bright location.

Feeding:-Once every 20 days from spring to autumn and every 40 days from autumn to spring.

Administer an iron based fertilizer a couple of times during the growing season.

Watering:-Daily throughout the growing season and mist spray the foliage frequently. Water less

in winter but do not allow the soil to dry out completely. They require humid conditions.

Repotting:-Every two to three years in spring. Use a mixture of 50% potting mix, 30% coarse

sand and 20% peat or equivalent.

Pruning and Wiring:-In its land of origin it can withstand drastic root pruning but elsewhere it is

best to shorten them by 1/3 in the coarse of repotting. Reduce the shoots to the first two leaves

in late spring or early summer and repeat the operation in late summer. Pruning of the branches

and wiring can be undertaken at any time of the year.

Propagation:-By seed sown in Autumn, and by softwood cuttings in Spring or Summer.

THOUGHT OF THE MONTH I've learned....

That life is like a roll of toilet paper - The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes.

I've learned....

That we should be glad God doesn't give us everything we ask for.

I've learned....

That money doesn't buy class.

I've learned....

That it's those small daily happenings that make life so spectacular.

I've learned...

That under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved.

I've learned....

That the Lord didn't do it all in one day. What makes me think I can?

I've learned....

That to ignore the facts does not change the facts.

I've learned....

That the less time I have to work, the more things I get done.

WEBSITE OF THE MONTH

Bonsai with The Helpful Gardener

http://www.helpfulgardener.com/bonsai/

Bonsai Tree Care

Gardening tips: The Helpful Gardener brings the pleasure of gardening to your home. You will find our Bonsai articles collected in one spot. Check back often because we are constantly adding new tips and articles.

BONSAI TIP OF THE MONTH

To prevent insects from getting a foothold among your trees. Simply wipe a cloth soaked in

solution of Baygon (Insect & Ant) on the base and sides of pots. This works for either glazed or

unglazed pots. Repeat after six months.

BONSAI NURSERY OF THE MONTH B is for Bonsai

B for Bonsai is a home based bonsai tree and pot seller in Melbourne offering healthy bonsai

trees, unique handmade pots, natural gardener's soap, gift vouchers, and exceptional customer

service. As our name suggests, we aim to bring bonsai into the mainstream.

The journey began with a bonsai that was given as a gift one day. It was indeed a unique gift as

unlike a manufactured product, it was in an art form and also alive. Since receiving this living

gift, my passion for bonsai grew ever since and now expanded as a bonsai grower and seller in

Melbourne. Whether it's a gift for someone (or for yourself) bonsai allows city dwellers like us

who have limited backyard (or even no yard at all) to enjoy the beauty of trees. Being a small

business has given us the opportunity to offer exceptional customer service, healthy trees and

unique products -such as high quality handmade pots, organic and handmade bonsai

gardener's soap! So feel free to contact us to make an appointment or enjoy shopping on our

new on-line store.

B for Bonsai is open by appointment only. Contact us in advance to arrange a convenient time.

0426 210 771 bforbonsai@gmail.com

BONSAI TRIVIA OF THE MONTH

Bonsai Trivia – Courtesy of Bonsai Outlet ,com DID YOU KNOW? …

That the origin of Bonsai, while often attributed to the Japanese, is actually Chinese in derivation. Many experts agree that bonsai, known as Pensai in China, was practiced by scholars, monks and the noble classes of China as far back as 600 A.D. A few centuries later, bonsai, along with Zen Buddhism, and much of the best of Chinese culture was brought to Japan.

That the word “Bonsai”, which is pronounced “Bone- Sigh”, is made up of the two Japanese characters: “Bon” meaning tray and “sai” m eaning plant, which when literally translated means: tray plant. Of course, the cultivation of bonsai trees has advanced much since its humble start as plants in trays.

That an earthquake is responsible for shifting the “epicentre” of bonsai cultivation in Japan. In 1923 an 8.3 magnitude earthquake devastated the entire Kanto region of Japan. Destroying vast portions of the two largest cities: Tokyo and Yokohama; along with a majority of the commercial bonsai businesses. As a result, the bonsai business community, in an effort to save their livelihoods, collectively purchased a tract of land outside of Tokyo, in the Omiya region, where their businesses once again flourished. Hence, a new epicentre of bonsai cultivation in Japan was created (which exists and thrives to this day).

That in 1976 the people of Japan, in honour of the USA Bicentennial Celebration, presented to America 53 priceless bonsai trees and 6 remarkable viewing stones. These gifts

were to become the foundation of our national collection. This magnificent group is housed at the National Bonsai and Penjing Museum, located within the U.S. National Arboretum, in Washington, D.C. It has since become the largest collection of its kind - housing bonsai from around the world!

That the bark of a tree has three very important and practical functions: It is waterproof, so it prevents leaking from the phloem; It also houses small structures, called lenticels, that allow the tree to breathe; and the bark’s third function is to protect the phloem from all kinds of impacts, abrasions and attacks from pests; including: insects and fungi.

That wounds on bonsai trees do not heal in the same manner as the wounds of humans and/or animals. That is to say, trees are not able to repair damaged tissue; instead they continue to manufacture a new layer of cells with each year’s growth, until the wounds is entirely covered over. The length of time this ‘healing’ process takes depends upon the size of the wound and the overall size of each new annual growth ring.

That if you look at a cross-section of a tree trunk you will see rings and each of these rings indicates a full years worth of life and growth. Scientists can tell by the thickness or thinness of a ring in which year more rain and more subsequent growth took place. Accordingly, a thick ring indicates a year with more rain and more growth and thin ring indicates a year with less rain and less growth. This analysis is one method that curators of arboretums can use to tell when an injury occurred to an imported bonsai that is of an unknown age and approximately how many years it took for that injury to ‘heal’ or be completely calloused over. Scientific researchers and meteorologists can also use this method in their study of weather patterns from hundreds of years ago.

That mature trees, both bonsai and those on the front lawn, develop what is known as a ‘collar’ around the base of the largest branches. This swelling takes years to develop and is caused by the up and down, forward and backward, motion of the largest and heaviest branches as they are pushed to and fro by the whims of Mother Nature. These collars are important to those of us practicing bonsai cultivation, because they help to quicken the bonsai’s healing processes by enabling wounds - specifically those wounds that are left after the pruning of large branches - to heal more rapidly.

That the oldest bonsai in the national collection is over 300 years old. The bonsai is a White Pine that is affectionately known as the Yamaki Pine, in honour of its donor, Masaru Yamaki. The Yamaki began its life in the 1600s and, despite being less than five miles away from the impact site, it survived the atomic bomb blast at Hiroshima, Japan, in 1945.

That several of the bonsai in the national collection were given as gifts to various Presidents of the United States. In fact, in 1998, the Japanese Prime Minister, Mr. Obuchi, gave President William Jefferson Clinton an 80-year-old Ezo Spruce. The gift was truly significant to the national bonsai collection for two reasons: the first and most obvious reason is the fact that it is a masterpiece and the second, and lesser-known reason, is that the gift of an Ezo Spruce - any Ezo Spruce - to an American president is significant, because the United States maintains a long standing ban on the importation of all Ezo Spruce and, as a result, the national collection has been without an Ezo Spruce specimen.

That for many species of deciduous bonsai trees the size of the leaf is directly related to the type and amount of sunlight the tree is cultivated in. A bonsai that is grown in partial shade or in full shade will have longer and larger leaves, because the tree is trying to maximize the amount of sunlight it can absorb to enable it to continue its photosynthetic processes - a larger leaf has more surface area with which to gather sunlight. In contrast, a bonsai tree that is grown in direct sun, all or most of the time, will have smaller and more compact leaves, because it is receiving all of the sunlight it needs. As a result, it can devote its energy to growing. This is important for all trees, but more important for trees cultivated for bonsai, as smaller leaves are proportionate to the smaller scale of a bonsai tree; smaller leaves are, therefore, a positive trait,

both aesthetically and from a horticultural perspective, because a tree is healthiest when it has access to all of the energy it needs to develop.

That an evergreen tree, such as a pine (black, white, red, scots pine, etc….) does not

keep its needles for-ever. In fact, while evergreen trees do not shed their needles in a blaze of autumn splendour, along with the deciduous trees, every fall, they do replace their needles in two or three year cycles. Accordingly, evergreen trees remain for the most part, always green, because younger needles remain on the branch, as more mature needles are replaced.

That autumn is the most favourable season of the year to prune a majority of deciduous bonsai. There are at least two good reason for this: first, the fact that all of the leaves have

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dropped off of your bonsai is a good sign that it has entered dormancy and, therefore, will not ‘bleed’ or lose sap when it is pruned (although it is still advisable to apply ‘cut-paste’ or ‘wound sealant’ to all sizable cuts); and second, now that the bonsai is bare you can see and reach undesirable and/or dead branches that had been covered and made unnoticeable and/or inaccessible by the trees seasonal foliage.

That bonsai trees, as well as, other trees and plants, are capable of absorbing synthetic nutrients through their foliage - oftentimes more readily then through their roots. When foliar feeding, be sure to carefully follow all of the manufacturers’ instructions and never foliar feed in direct sunlight, as leaves can burn quickly. While applying synthetic nutrient, use a spray to mist the foliage and be sure to check the undersides of the leaves, as there might be ‘pests’ hiding. This is also an ideal time to check the wires and make sure that they are not digging into the bark.

That it is important to use both round and sharp shaped particles when mixing the components for your bonsai soil. The reason for this is that round components, which do not compact, provide good aeration, however, they allow a tree’s root tips to grow unobstructed and this encourages upright and very strong top growth – an unwanted characteristic for bonsai culture. On the other hand, sharp shaped components, which do have a tendency to compact, interrupt the passage of a tree’s new root tips, forcing them to divide, thus resulting in varied shoot growth and more sideways top growth, which is a positive growth characteristic for bonsai culture.

That the two jumbo jets that very carefully carried the very generous Japanese gift of 53 bonsai trees and 6 viewing stones for our country’s bicentennial celebration were insured for over 5 million dollars and that after their safe arrival the bonsai were kept in quarantine for an entire year before they were put on display.

That the trunk of a bonsai tree contributes more to the illusion of age than any other design element. Accordingly, you should first focus on developing a well formed trunk that has - depending upon the style objectives you are working towards - good taper, smooth curves, uniform slant, etc. The other design elements of your bonsai, such as: branch location and foliage distribution, root spread, leaf reduction and overall scale can be established later on in the design process.

That there is only one exception to the “rules” that govern the pruning of flowering bonsai

- and that exception is azalea bonsai. Azaleas are highly prized by bonsai enthusiasts around the world for many of their traits; one of them being that their flowers come in a very wide range of remarkable, and even multiple, colours. However, azaleas produce their flowering buds at the tips of the previous year’s growth, so pruning should not be done in late summer, like the rest flowering bonsai should, they should be pruned shortly after flowering - or you will be pruning off the flowering buds and, as a result, you will have no flowers.

That you can provide a dormancy period for your bonsai by keeping it in the refrigerator. Temperate climate bonsai trees need a dormancy period, of at least six weeks, in order to maintain their health and vigour. If you want to keep your bonsai tree indoors, it must be supplied with everything it needs survive, including: proper light, temperature conditions, water, air circulation, humidity, and a dormancy period, if that particular species requires.

That many of the health concerns that trouble bonsai trees, regardless of which species they may be, are much like those that trouble humans - in that they are easier to prevent then they are to cure. Being neat, orderly and vigilant throughout your daily “care and cultivation” routine will be more beneficial to the long-term health your bonsai than a closet full of chemicals or a room full of specialists, by enabling you to spot a problem for it becomes a dilemma.

HOUSEKEEPING

Meeting setup/tidy-up The hall will be open from about 7pm to set up tables and chairs. As is the case for each of our

meetings, extra hands to help set up are always welcome, as is help appreciated at the end of

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each meeting to pack away afterwards. Those who regularly assist would very much be pleased if

more of us lent a hand.

GENERAL BUSINESS

Sales Order Form There is no commission to pay the club for workshop night sales

One needs to be financial to do so.

Commission still applicable during the show.

GBC Library An extensive library of bonsai books, magazines/journals, DVDs are available (as part of

membership benefits) for use by members. Borrowed items must be returned in the month

following their removal for loan. Non-financial members aren’t eligible to borrow from the library

and borrowing privileges may be revoked for members who do not respect the borrowing

process. See Sieg Jobson and Harro Skapinskas our Librarians

Memberships Due annually at our December Annual General Meeting Banking Details/Geelong Bonsai Club BSB/633000 Account Number 152 895 694

Please renew now - membership form is attached Individual $25.00

Family $30.00

Students & Pensioners $20.00

Meeting setup/tidy-up The hall will be open from about 7.15 pm to set up tables and chairs. As is the case for each of

our meetings, extra hands to help set up are always welcome, as is help appreciated at the end of

each meeting to pack away afterwards. Those who regularly assist would very much be pleased if

more of us lent a hand.

Meeting/Events Calendar & Agenda A copy is available at the meetings and is enclosed in this newsletter.

Calendar & How the Show Bench Works? Each month there will be a “Tree of the Month”, ‘Style of the Month’ and ‘Your Choice’ and this

can be any style. Detailed notes sheet is available from the Club, and copies will be provided at

the meetings

Wearing of Badges

Reminder to please wear your badge at our meetings.

It is a requirement to be able to claim the door prize if you are the winner.

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Mentors:- If any club member would like to volunteer their time as a mentor to other club members, please

put your name down on the mentors list at the next meeting. Likewise if any club member

would like to like to have the help of another person outside of club meetings.

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NEXT MEETING: Monday 8th July

WORKSHOP MEETING

GBCI CLUB DETAILS

Established 1980 Registered 1984

Registration No: A0001342S

Please address all correspondence to:

The Secretary:

Geelong Bonsai Club Inc. PO Box 1175 Geelong VIC 3220

President: John Dearnley/0407 342 928: dearnley1@bigpond.com

Vice President: Jeff O'Toole 0408 376 006 jmsj@iinet.net.au

Secretary: Phil Wall/0467 653 756 phillip.wall@bigpond.com

Treasurer: Nathan Rhook 0428 976 060 nmrhook@gmail.com

Committee: Simon Berry 0407550 176 simon.berry@deakin.edu.au

Committee: Mark Tevan 0401 494 172 mark@barwon.net

Committee: Hugh MacDougall 0419 583 755 hughmacdougall23@gmail.com

Committee: Jan Field 0411 775 586 janfield14@hotmail.com

Show Managers: John Dearnly, Michael Tukavkin and Nathan Rhook

Librarians: Sieglinde Jobson 0438 522 192 siegjobson@gmail.com

Harro Skapinskas 5278 6696 harro@ncable.net.au

Newsletter Editor: Paul Buttigieg 0412 604 211 geelong@bonsai.org.au

Membership Paul Buttigieg 0412 604 211 geelong@bonsai.org.au

Sales Table: John Dearnley, Phil Wall and Nathan Rhook

Show Bench: Jason De Vries/0409 753 244 jasonde@dodo.com.au

Meetings are held at Grovedale United Services Memorial Hall, Reserve Road

Grovedale at 730pm on 2ndMonday of the month except November which is the

first Monday because of the show.

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2019 EVENTS CALENDER

Day Date Program / Event

Monday 14-Jan General Meeting - Club Workshop

Monday 11-Feb General meeting - 3 Ninja's Demonstration

Monday 11-Mar General Meeting - Club Workshop

Saturday 16-Mar Workshop- Joe Morgan -Payler

Monday 8-Apr General - Demonstration Joe Morgan -Payler

Tuesday 7-May Committee Meeting Location TBA

Monday 13-May General Meeting - Club Workshop

Sunday 26-May Nursery Crawl - Bendigo

Monday 10-Jun General Meeting - Demonstration Bonsai Sentation

Tuesday 2-Jul Committee Meeting Location TBA

Monday 8-Jul General Meeting - Club Workshop

Saturday 10-Aug Workshop- Joe Morgan -Payler

Monday 12-Aug General - Club Workshop

Monday 9-Sep General Meeting - Club Workshop

Tuesday 17-Sep Committee Meeting Location TBA

Saturday 21-Sep Workshop- Joe Morgan -Payler

Monday 14-Oct General - Demonstration TBA

Saturday 12-Oct Workshop- Joe Morgan -Payler

Monday 4-Nov General Meeting - Demonstration critique Q Valentine

Sat/ Sun 9-10 Nov Geelong Bonsai Club Annual Show

Tuesday 3-Dec Committee Meeting Location TBA

Monday 9-Dec Annual General Meeting - Xmas Break Up

Annual Show Bench Activity

Month Tree of the Month Style of the Month

January Own Choice Own Choice

February Figs & Natives Group Planting or Saikei

March Elms Raft or Clump

April Cedars & Minis Informal Upright

May Autumn Foliage Twin or Multi -trunk

June Pine & Junipers Full or Semi cascade or Minis

July Deciduous Formal Upright or Suiseki

August Any Every green Windswept or Slanting

September Olives Root over rock / rock planting

October Flowering or Fruiting Litttterati or Broom

November Amber Shari's I Jin's & driftwood

December Ash / Wisteria Own Choice