Hands pruning a small bonsai tree with trimming shears

Friends of Bonsai 2026 Learning Workshops & Exhibition

Begin Your Bonsai Journey

Curious about bonsai trees and how those beautiful, miniature landscapes are created? The Friends of Bonsai 2026 Learning Workshops & Exhibition invite you to explore the timeless art of bonsai at our Martin City location.
These interactive bonsai workshops in the Kansas City area are designed for beginners and plant lovers of all experience levels. Participants will learn the essentials of bonsai care and cultivation, including tree selection, pruning, wiring, shaping, watering, and long-term maintenance. Guided by knowledgeable bonsai practitioners, you’ll gain practical skills and insight into an ancient art form that blends horticulture, design, and mindfulness.

Workshop Dates & Times:

Saturdays 9:30am to 12:30pm

March 14th & 28th
April 11th & 25th
May 16th & 30th
June 13th & 27th
July 11th & 25th
August 15th
September 5th & 19th
October 3th, 17th, & 31st
Dec 12th - Christmas Party
Jan 16, 2027

Jim (913) 832-8806

Hands adding gravel to a bonsai tree pot using a scoop, carefully dressing soil around the miniature tree
Hands using precision tool to prune and shape a bonsai tree, carefully trimming small branches for detailed maintenance
Mature bonsai tree with twisted trunk displayed in a ceramic pot, showcasing intricate structure and detailed pruning
Bonsai trees in decorative ceramic pots with moss and stones displayed on a greenhouse shelf in natural sunlight
Hands shaping a small bonsai tree in a decorative pot, carefully pruning and guiding branches for balanced growth
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