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Wabi Sabi

by Norma A
In 2002 Master Boon quietly viewed my buttonwood bonsai at the Minnesota State Fair….he bowed slightly and called it an “old soul” with wabi sabi. As caretaker of this collected buttonwood, which I purchased in 1998, I’ve learned what a challenge it is to grow the “queen” of Florida tropicals in our cold north.

Best of Show – Shohin

By Randy Davis
I first fell in love with the “tiny trees” at the Minnesota State Fair. A former co-worker from a hobby job, Terry Bishop, was into bonsai and suggested that I check out the Minnesota Bonsai Society.

The 50% Rule

By Chris Pogliano

Visiting masters are a wonderful way to further your understanding of bonsai. Every time we have one visit, we seem to be left with a golden nugget of wisdom which becomes the topic of discussion for the society at large.

Out on a Branch – August 2010

By Ken Ellis, President

We just finished our Annual MBS Tour and Picnic and there was so much to see and eat…what a great opportunity to visit six local bonsai member’s collections and gardens and then to gather in friendly social chatter.

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