And so another year gets under way for us, with the summer season bringing us the usual mix of very hot days through to milder and occasionally damp days. The season has mostly been very dry so far in Victoria, as well as other parts of southern Australia, while storms and rain appear to be much more predominant in northern parts of the country. Each weather system brings its own challenges for us as bonsai growers, with the first priority being watering, protection and survival of trees, especially on the severe weather days.
We commence our year with a few workshop meetings in January, February and March, as outlined in the club program, and these can be especially in preparing for the annual VNBC Exhibition (and sales) on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st March (more on that later). Our Tuesday night meetings after the exhibition will include an interesting set of speakers and topics over the rest of the year, with a number of Saturday workshop sessions as well.
To all of our members, we hope to see you at meetings (in person or online) and workshops through the year, and please especially take note of the Club Exhibition dates in March.
Not a member of VNBC? Visitors and prospective new members are always welcome at club meetings.
Membership of the Victorian Native Bonsai Club is a great avenue for anyone who wants to develop their understanding and skills in growing bonsai using Australian native plant species.
Access to support, new ideas, knowledge of others, regular Club newsletters, a database of information, and much more, all come as benefits of club membership.
The Victorian Native Bonsai Club is keen to hear from you if you are interested in membership.
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