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American Bonsai Association, Sacramento
To promote interest in the growing, training, showing and care of bonsai
Annual Care Calendar
Actions to take on your individual bonsai depend on:
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Stage of development (pre-bonsai, in-development, in refinement, preparation for show)
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Overall Health
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Stressful actions performed recently that the tree is recovering from (heavy root pruning, heavy bending, heavy branch pruning or large cuts, grafting, moving to a drastically different climate)
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Seasonal growth indicators such as bud breaking, leaf/needle hardening off, candle growth, leaf color change, leaf drop
The following guides are general recommendations for Northern California, please consult with your local experts for advice, doubts, or suggestions on a specific tree.
(print on Avery 5163 2"x4" labels OR regular paper).
Stewardship of Your Collection
The American Bonsai Association of Sacramento (ABAS) prides itself on its strong and caring community of bonsai enthusiasts. In that spirit, we are pleased to announce our Bonsai Stewardship and Estate Planning Programs which offer support and assistance in times of need. Please reach out to us if you or a loved one are unable to care for your bonsai. We can arrange for short term support or, if necessary, help with the sale of some or all of your collection.
To access the Bonsai Stewardship Program details, click the link: Stewardship Program Description.
SKILL DEVEOPMENT
ABAS recommended watching: Wiring tutorials from Bonsai Mirai
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