Eastern Leaf Past Events

Friday Oct 20, 2023 10:00 AM PDT – Sunday, Oct 22, 4:00 PM PDT , Santa Nella, CAGSBF, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c) (3) educational organization comprised of member and affiliate clubs in California and adjoining states. The GSBF promotes the art of bonsai. Jason Chan will be doing a demonstration on Saturday October 21, 2023 at the GSBF's annual bonsai convention.

Friday - Sunday, September 21 - 23, 2022Bonsai Demonstration by Jason Chan, Saturday September 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pmBonsai exhibit and display at the Bower's Museu. Bonsai club members will be at the exhibit to answer visitors’ questions. Admission to the bonsai exhibit is free. Admission charges apply to the museum. Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St. Santa Ana, CA

In this video, we visit Elandan Gardens in Bremerton, Washington. Dan Robinson was kind enough to give us a full tour of his garden. Known for his "gnarly" style, he gives us some history on his trees as well as his approach to bonsai and what major elements he looks for when working with his trees. Hosted by Jason Chan of Eastern Leaf. http://www.easternleaf.com To learn more about his garden, please visit http://www.elandangardens.com or visit his nursery in Bremerton, Washington. …

In this video, Jason discusses his four favorite aluminum bonsai wire sizes when working on his trees. These sizes include 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm, and 4.0mm. Jason discusses why he chooses these sizes. He also demonstrates how they can be applied to a bonsai tree.. …

In this video, Jason wires and styles a black pine bonsai tree. This tree was originally used in the video going over how to cut the candles on a black pine bonsai. After four years, the tree has grown significantly and has developed enough branches to create thick pad layers. Jason discusses ideal times for wiring and basic concepts to consider when wiring a Japanese Black Pine Bonsai. …

In this video, Jason discusses the tricks and techniques on creating a slant style bonsai. He demonstrates with a San Jose Juniper. Jason goes over how the location of the apex can impact the design of the tree. He also discusses why certain larger branches may need to be eliminated to create a more balanced bonsai. Support our store at http://www.easternleaf.com …

In this video, Jason works on a tree from the Eastern Leaf nursery. This tree was a little bit neglected and sitting in the corner. Although, the tree has some undesirable qualities for a traditional informal upright arrangement, the tree has enough character to create another style. Jason discusses the possible options and goes over his thought process while he styles the tree. …