February Demonstrator: Ray Mackaway

A great demonstration from Ray Mackaway last month, where all things wisteria were explained. Ray’s main message was that wisterias are hungry plants that need regular fertilising and love sun (six hours plus during summer) and need good pruning to […]

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What to do in March

It has been a pleasant end to summer, with cooler nights and some good rain in recent weeks. The days are still warm though, so keep up with the watering and feeding, taking particular care in windy weather. Use a […]

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Josie McNeilly Open Garden

Josie McNeilly is opening her garden on the weekend of the 16-17th February from 9.30am to 4pm both days. All members and friends are invited, so come along and relax enjoying what Josie has achieved in her own little haven. […]

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A Little Summer Bonsai

Just when nothing much bonsai was happening (except for all that pruning and repotting) in January, Campbelltown Bonsai Society staged a summer show at the Studley Golf Club. There were plenty of figs, flowers and even some fruit. What a […]

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BSA Business – Important Reminders

BSA fees are due this month and are as follows: Membership Joining fee $12.00 Annual fee $35.00 Students $25.00 Family (at same address) $40.00   For your information here are the demonstrators for the first half of this year. February […]

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How’s This for a $10 Bonsai?

Cotoneasters harden very quickly and it is next to impossible to find a more mature plant with movement enough to make a good bonsai. Therefore, I picked up a $4.50 starter plant at Ray Nesci’s nursery in September, a $5 […]

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Look What’s Happening in March

Back by popular demand- Joe Morgan-Payler. If you missed out last time, don’t wait to book your workshop space.

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January Demonstrator: Ray Mackaway

Ray Mackaway has been involved with bonsai for over 30 years. His interest in bonsai grew out of a need to find a hobby that was completely different from his busy and quite demanding work life. It was on his […]

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What to do in February

The last few months have been very hot and there’s more of the same ahead, so it’s still important not to let your trees dry out. Some shallow or smaller pots rmay require watering more than once a day at […]

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