UKBA Bulletin Jan26
In this Jan26 Bulletin
Opening Introduction
4 Bonsai Events for Jan26 & Feb26
1 Bonsai Event Reports Dec25
1 Trips Abroad Dec25
5 Club Talks for Jan26 & Feb26
Notice Board
Future Events Confirmed
Monthly Task List for Jan25
Interview with Nick Lloyd
Quiz
In this Jan26 Bulletin
Opening Introduction
4 Bonsai Events for Jan26 & Feb26
1 Bonsai Event Reports Dec25
1 Trips Abroad Dec25
5 Club Talks for Jan26 & Feb26
Notice Board
Future Events Confirmed
Monthly Task List for Jan25
Interview with Nick Lloyd
Quiz
Welcome to this month's Bulletin.
It's that time of the year when we wish everybody a Happy New Year and look forward to 2026. We put together a list of the shows we might visit through the year, the speaker nights we might visit and the proposed maintenance schedules for our trees; mentally it can be a busy time. Many enthusiasts will have started re-potting their trees, experiencing the unpleasant reality that certain trees in their collection have not put on a lot of additional roots last year, but this is balanced out by the trees that have thrived and are root bound. It's when we all become detectives, trying to establish what has led to some trees doing well and others struggling. In my early days of bonsai I looked forward to seeing the deciduous trees in full leaf , looking so healthy and vibrant, but as time has gone by I have become more captivated by their leafless winter images, appreciating branch structures and their fine ramification. I have learned it's almost true to say that many trees offer two distinct images, one winter and one summer. So whether your visiting a show or displaying a tree at a show, don't treat bonsai as a summer activity, there is plenty to see and do in the winter.
This time of the year when things can be a little slow why not photograph your bonsai? These photos may come in handy in years to come to give you a photographic history of specific tree journeys. On a less positive note, and hopefully it never happens to you, if ever some of your prized trees get stolen it's always helpful to have some up to date photos of them to circulate amongst the bonsai community.
Yes, over the last few years I have mentioned the weather many times. The Met Office has confirmed that last year’s summer was the hottest ever on record for the UK. Being of a certain age I remember the famous hot summer of 1976, this last year has now pushed the summer of 1976 out of the UK top five. This means that the five hottest summers have all occurred since 2000. It's not just the heat, sometimes now when we incur rain and wind it's heavier and stronger than we usually experience and leads to other problems.
It's now unfortunately a more regular occurrence to hear enthusiasts reporting on the loss of a tree or some sort of damage. This inevitably leads to other headaches and problems further down the line. Whether a small club display at the local nursery or a larger show, the organisers putting together the tree displays are finding the job more challenging. Is this due to some trees suffering? We all need to be on high alert all of the time now, many nurseries have put in place lots of additional shading and precautions, everybody needs to be careful.
We would like to thank all contributors throughout last year to the Bulletin, whether a report or an update on the events diary, all contributions go to making the Bulletin a go-to place for information. We would like to remind you that the current Bulletin and all previous issues can be found on the website. It’s that time of the year when clubs start finalising their respective programmes for next year, we would be grateful for any show dates, any club talks or changes in club details asap.
If anybody reading this would like to make any comments or contribute in any way, you are welcome to join the UKBA steering group Zoom meeting held the beginning of most months. Thank you.
Mark & Mingchen Moreland
UKBA
If you can make any contributions to the UKBA website or this news bulletin then please don't hesitate to contact us on [email protected] . Whether a change in your club location or a trip that you make abroad, why not share with us all?
The next steering group meeting on Zoom is scheduled for Tuesday 06Jan26 at 1900.hrs.
It's that time of the year when we wish everybody a Happy New Year and look forward to 2026. We put together a list of the shows we might visit through the year, the speaker nights we might visit and the proposed maintenance schedules for our trees; mentally it can be a busy time. Many enthusiasts will have started re-potting their trees, experiencing the unpleasant reality that certain trees in their collection have not put on a lot of additional roots last year, but this is balanced out by the trees that have thrived and are root bound. It's when we all become detectives, trying to establish what has led to some trees doing well and others struggling. In my early days of bonsai I looked forward to seeing the deciduous trees in full leaf , looking so healthy and vibrant, but as time has gone by I have become more captivated by their leafless winter images, appreciating branch structures and their fine ramification. I have learned it's almost true to say that many trees offer two distinct images, one winter and one summer. So whether your visiting a show or displaying a tree at a show, don't treat bonsai as a summer activity, there is plenty to see and do in the winter.
This time of the year when things can be a little slow why not photograph your bonsai? These photos may come in handy in years to come to give you a photographic history of specific tree journeys. On a less positive note, and hopefully it never happens to you, if ever some of your prized trees get stolen it's always helpful to have some up to date photos of them to circulate amongst the bonsai community.
Yes, over the last few years I have mentioned the weather many times. The Met Office has confirmed that last year’s summer was the hottest ever on record for the UK. Being of a certain age I remember the famous hot summer of 1976, this last year has now pushed the summer of 1976 out of the UK top five. This means that the five hottest summers have all occurred since 2000. It's not just the heat, sometimes now when we incur rain and wind it's heavier and stronger than we usually experience and leads to other problems.
It's now unfortunately a more regular occurrence to hear enthusiasts reporting on the loss of a tree or some sort of damage. This inevitably leads to other headaches and problems further down the line. Whether a small club display at the local nursery or a larger show, the organisers putting together the tree displays are finding the job more challenging. Is this due to some trees suffering? We all need to be on high alert all of the time now, many nurseries have put in place lots of additional shading and precautions, everybody needs to be careful.
We would like to thank all contributors throughout last year to the Bulletin, whether a report or an update on the events diary, all contributions go to making the Bulletin a go-to place for information. We would like to remind you that the current Bulletin and all previous issues can be found on the website. It’s that time of the year when clubs start finalising their respective programmes for next year, we would be grateful for any show dates, any club talks or changes in club details asap.
If anybody reading this would like to make any comments or contribute in any way, you are welcome to join the UKBA steering group Zoom meeting held the beginning of most months. Thank you.
Mark & Mingchen Moreland
UKBA
If you can make any contributions to the UKBA website or this news bulletin then please don't hesitate to contact us on [email protected] . Whether a change in your club location or a trip that you make abroad, why not share with us all?
The next steering group meeting on Zoom is scheduled for Tuesday 06Jan26 at 1900.hrs.
Bonsai Events
Jan26 & Feb26
Jan26 & Feb26
11Jan26 Sun (Confirmed)
Ayrshire Bonsai Club Winter Image Show
Alloway Village Hall, 36a Alloway, Ayrshire. KA7 4PY.
Adm:Free. Times:13:30-17:00.
Contact: Jeff Banning 07799.477895
Email: [email protected]
17Jan26 Sat (Confirmed)
Middlesex Bonsai Society Winter Show
South Harrow Methodist Church,
Walton Avenue, South Harrow, Middlesex. HA2 8QU.
Adm:Free. Times:10:00-13:00.
Ctc: Darshan Patel 07803.423701
Email: [email protected]
www.middlesexbonsaisociety.weebly.com
01Feb26 Sun (Confirmed)
Twickenham Bonsai Club Winter Show
St Richard Reynolds Catholic College,
Clifden Road, Twickenham. TW1 4LT.
Adm & Times:
10:00-14:00. £5 Adults.
14:00-16:00. £2.50 Adults.
Accompanied under 16.yrs Free.
Contact: Tina Todd 07801.582553
Email: [email protected]
07&08Feb26 Sat&Sun (Confirmed)
Irish National Bonsai Exhibition
The People's Museum,
Pery Square, Limerick, Ireland. V94 HF53.
Adm:tba. Times:10:00-17:00.
Ctc: Philip Donnelly 07990.756988
Email: [email protected]
15Feb26 Sun (Confirmed)
Swindon Bonsai Society Winter Image Show
Grange Leisure Centre, Grange Drive,
Stratton St Margaret, Swindon,
Wiltshire. SN3 4JY.
Adm:£7 -16.yrs Free. Times:10:00-16:00.
Contact: Paul Bowerbank 07982.401103
Email: [email protected]
www.swindon-bonsai.co.uk
Supporting Clubs:
Ashfield Bonsai Society
Bristol Bonsai Society
Eastleigh Bonsai Society
Glynderi Bonsai Society
Newbury Bonsai Society
Splinter Group
Surrey Heath Bonsai Society
Twickenham Bonsai Society
Warminster Bonsai Society
Supporting Traders:
China Mist Ceramics
Chris Thomas Bonsai
Dan Barton Ceramics
Dan Butler Ceramics
Dragon Fly Ceramics
Gordon Duffett Ceramics
Green Dragon
Greenwood Bonsai
Lee Verhorevoort Bonsai
Mendip Bonsai
Suteki
Tony Remington Ceramics
Walsall Studio Ceramics
Windybank Bonsai
Zac's Bonsai
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We would remind people the status of all events is marked in brackets ie, provisional, postponed, confirmed or cancelled. Whenever visiting an event pleased check for more up to date details on the website and if travelling any great distance, please confirm the event is still running with the event contact person.
We only list on the bulletin events scheduled to take place in the next two months, if you want to know about events further into the future, please visit HERE the UK Events Diary on the UKBA website. Thank you
Ayrshire Bonsai Club Winter Image Show
Alloway Village Hall, 36a Alloway, Ayrshire. KA7 4PY.
Adm:Free. Times:13:30-17:00.
Contact: Jeff Banning 07799.477895
Email: [email protected]
17Jan26 Sat (Confirmed)
Middlesex Bonsai Society Winter Show
South Harrow Methodist Church,
Walton Avenue, South Harrow, Middlesex. HA2 8QU.
Adm:Free. Times:10:00-13:00.
Ctc: Darshan Patel 07803.423701
Email: [email protected]
www.middlesexbonsaisociety.weebly.com
01Feb26 Sun (Confirmed)
Twickenham Bonsai Club Winter Show
St Richard Reynolds Catholic College,
Clifden Road, Twickenham. TW1 4LT.
Adm & Times:
10:00-14:00. £5 Adults.
14:00-16:00. £2.50 Adults.
Accompanied under 16.yrs Free.
Contact: Tina Todd 07801.582553
Email: [email protected]
07&08Feb26 Sat&Sun (Confirmed)
Irish National Bonsai Exhibition
The People's Museum,
Pery Square, Limerick, Ireland. V94 HF53.
Adm:tba. Times:10:00-17:00.
Ctc: Philip Donnelly 07990.756988
Email: [email protected]
15Feb26 Sun (Confirmed)
Swindon Bonsai Society Winter Image Show
Grange Leisure Centre, Grange Drive,
Stratton St Margaret, Swindon,
Wiltshire. SN3 4JY.
Adm:£7 -16.yrs Free. Times:10:00-16:00.
Contact: Paul Bowerbank 07982.401103
Email: [email protected]
www.swindon-bonsai.co.uk
Supporting Clubs:
Ashfield Bonsai Society
Bristol Bonsai Society
Eastleigh Bonsai Society
Glynderi Bonsai Society
Newbury Bonsai Society
Splinter Group
Surrey Heath Bonsai Society
Twickenham Bonsai Society
Warminster Bonsai Society
Supporting Traders:
China Mist Ceramics
Chris Thomas Bonsai
Dan Barton Ceramics
Dan Butler Ceramics
Dragon Fly Ceramics
Gordon Duffett Ceramics
Green Dragon
Greenwood Bonsai
Lee Verhorevoort Bonsai
Mendip Bonsai
Suteki
Tony Remington Ceramics
Walsall Studio Ceramics
Windybank Bonsai
Zac's Bonsai
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We would remind people the status of all events is marked in brackets ie, provisional, postponed, confirmed or cancelled. Whenever visiting an event pleased check for more up to date details on the website and if travelling any great distance, please confirm the event is still running with the event contact person.
We only list on the bulletin events scheduled to take place in the next two months, if you want to know about events further into the future, please visit HERE the UK Events Diary on the UKBA website. Thank you
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To read historical reports please click HERE to visit the UK Bonsai Show Reports
on the UKBA's website www.ukbonsaiassoc.org
on the UKBA's website www.ukbonsaiassoc.org
25Jan26 Sat (09:00-13:00)
Talk by Mark Moreland
Subject: Propagating & Miniature Bonsai.
Wessex Bonsai Society
Howe Croft Community Centre,
1 Turnbull Lane, Bournemouth. BH11 9BG.
Ctc: David Finch 07760.860018
Email: [email protected]
04Feb26 Wed (19:45-22:00)
Talk by Paul Eslinger
Subject: Show Preparation
Surrey Heath Bonsai Society
Chobham Village Hall,
Station Road, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8AQ
Ctc: Chris Rhodes 01276.20893
Email: [email protected]
06Feb26 Fri (19:30-21:30)
Talk by Mark Moreland
Subject: Propagating & Miniature Bonsai.
Leatherhead Bonsai Club
Leatherhead Community Hub.
Kingston Road, Leatherhead, Surrey. KT22. 7PX.
Ctc: Dave Dewdney 07495.775671
Ctc: Lee Randall 07984.918522
Email: [email protected]
11Feb26 Wed (19:30-22:00)
Talk by Mark Moreland
Subject: Propagating & Miniature Bonsai.
East Midlands Bonsai Society
Toton Methodist Church Hall,
Stapleford Lane, Toton, Nottingham. NG9 6GA.
Ctc: Richard Arbon 07946.830241
Email: [email protected]
13Feb26 Fri (19:30-22:00)
Talk by Will Baddeley
Subject: Elms
Ipswich Bonsai Society
Kesgrave Community Hall, Twelve Acre Approach, Kesgrave, Suffolk. IP5 1JF.
Ctc: Dave Fryer 07749.801297
Email: [email protected]
www.ipswichbonsaisociety.co.uk
We only list on the bulletin talks scheduled to take place in the next two months, if you want to know about talks further into the future, please visit the main listings on the UKBA website. Thank you
Talk by Mark Moreland
Subject: Propagating & Miniature Bonsai.
Wessex Bonsai Society
Howe Croft Community Centre,
1 Turnbull Lane, Bournemouth. BH11 9BG.
Ctc: David Finch 07760.860018
Email: [email protected]
04Feb26 Wed (19:45-22:00)
Talk by Paul Eslinger
Subject: Show Preparation
Surrey Heath Bonsai Society
Chobham Village Hall,
Station Road, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8AQ
Ctc: Chris Rhodes 01276.20893
Email: [email protected]
06Feb26 Fri (19:30-21:30)
Talk by Mark Moreland
Subject: Propagating & Miniature Bonsai.
Leatherhead Bonsai Club
Leatherhead Community Hub.
Kingston Road, Leatherhead, Surrey. KT22. 7PX.
Ctc: Dave Dewdney 07495.775671
Ctc: Lee Randall 07984.918522
Email: [email protected]
11Feb26 Wed (19:30-22:00)
Talk by Mark Moreland
Subject: Propagating & Miniature Bonsai.
East Midlands Bonsai Society
Toton Methodist Church Hall,
Stapleford Lane, Toton, Nottingham. NG9 6GA.
Ctc: Richard Arbon 07946.830241
Email: [email protected]
13Feb26 Fri (19:30-22:00)
Talk by Will Baddeley
Subject: Elms
Ipswich Bonsai Society
Kesgrave Community Hall, Twelve Acre Approach, Kesgrave, Suffolk. IP5 1JF.
Ctc: Dave Fryer 07749.801297
Email: [email protected]
www.ipswichbonsaisociety.co.uk
We only list on the bulletin talks scheduled to take place in the next two months, if you want to know about talks further into the future, please visit the main listings on the UKBA website. Thank you
Notice Board
15Feb26
Swindon Winter Image Bonsai Show
Shohin & Mame for the next Swindon ‘Winter Image’ bonsai show on Sunday the 15th February 2026, the Swindon club in addition to the main show, have decided that the use of the fitness suite [near the main entrance to the Grange Leisure centre] will be used to promote ‘The Smallest of Trees’ with the help of the two clubs of Shohin and Mame.
Therefore John Armitage with the British Shohin Co-operative and Gary Careford, with the UK Mini Bonsai Group will be exhibiting displays and arranging talks/workshops.
So if you are attending the show in February make sure you visit the fitness room, just follow the signs.
We hope that this will be of interest to the show visitors, for those who grow small trees and those that want to start and need some information.
Shohin : the British Shohin Co-operative website please click HERE
the British Shohin Co-operative FaceBook please click HERE
Mame : the UK Mini Bonsai Group website please click HERE
Paul Bowerbak
Swindon Bonsai Society
12Apr26 Sun
UKBA ExpoBonsai UK.
K2 Crawley.
First selections for ExpoBonsai UK have now been made and exhibitors notified. We do however have space for a few more and final submission cut-off date is January 31st 2026.
If you have an interest in exhibiting at the show then please get in touch with Steve Hale asap. Final closing date is at the end of January and you need to be quick now. We are looking for trees of maturity in all sizes and as usual the focus of the show is on quality display. For details on how to submit please contact Steve at [email protected].
Please note that this e mail is purely for exhibitors and not enquiries regarding trade spaces.
04Oct26 Sun
15th Heathrow Bonsai Show
Bracknell Leisure Centre,
Would ask kindly if any clubs that have not displayed previously at this show would like to participate this year please let us know asap. Thank you
Contact: Mark Moreland 07850.771201
Email: [email protected]
www.heathrowbonsai.weebly.com
British Suiseki Club
The British Suiseki Club has now an active Facebook account and a new website.
The Facebook account is intended for daily communication and information about suieski and is open to all.
The website will have general information and from time to time will organise Zoom meetings on various subjects of suiseki.
UK suiseki enthusiasts are encouraged to register at our website, and help us organise suiseki displays in as many local bonsai shows as possible, throughout the UK.
Amnon Paldi
Please click HERE to join us on Facebook
Please click HERE to join us at website
East Anglia Bonsai Show
Swindon Winter Image Bonsai Show
Shohin & Mame for the next Swindon ‘Winter Image’ bonsai show on Sunday the 15th February 2026, the Swindon club in addition to the main show, have decided that the use of the fitness suite [near the main entrance to the Grange Leisure centre] will be used to promote ‘The Smallest of Trees’ with the help of the two clubs of Shohin and Mame.
Therefore John Armitage with the British Shohin Co-operative and Gary Careford, with the UK Mini Bonsai Group will be exhibiting displays and arranging talks/workshops.
So if you are attending the show in February make sure you visit the fitness room, just follow the signs.
We hope that this will be of interest to the show visitors, for those who grow small trees and those that want to start and need some information.
Shohin : the British Shohin Co-operative website please click HERE
the British Shohin Co-operative FaceBook please click HERE
Mame : the UK Mini Bonsai Group website please click HERE
Paul Bowerbak
Swindon Bonsai Society
12Apr26 Sun
UKBA ExpoBonsai UK.
K2 Crawley.
First selections for ExpoBonsai UK have now been made and exhibitors notified. We do however have space for a few more and final submission cut-off date is January 31st 2026.
If you have an interest in exhibiting at the show then please get in touch with Steve Hale asap. Final closing date is at the end of January and you need to be quick now. We are looking for trees of maturity in all sizes and as usual the focus of the show is on quality display. For details on how to submit please contact Steve at [email protected].
Please note that this e mail is purely for exhibitors and not enquiries regarding trade spaces.
04Oct26 Sun
15th Heathrow Bonsai Show
Bracknell Leisure Centre,
Would ask kindly if any clubs that have not displayed previously at this show would like to participate this year please let us know asap. Thank you
Contact: Mark Moreland 07850.771201
Email: [email protected]
www.heathrowbonsai.weebly.com
British Suiseki Club
The British Suiseki Club has now an active Facebook account and a new website.
The Facebook account is intended for daily communication and information about suieski and is open to all.
The website will have general information and from time to time will organise Zoom meetings on various subjects of suiseki.
UK suiseki enthusiasts are encouraged to register at our website, and help us organise suiseki displays in as many local bonsai shows as possible, throughout the UK.
Amnon Paldi
Please click HERE to join us on Facebook
Please click HERE to join us at website
East Anglia Bonsai Show
£200 raised at the East Anglian Bonsai Show with a silent auction for a tree donated to the show was handed over to MIND the mental health charity. Thank you to those who put bids in for the tree.
Dave Fryer
East Anglia Bonsai Show
Middlesex Bonsai Society
With immediate effect Darshan Patel will be the main contact for Middlesex Bonsai Society.
Ctc: Chireman Darshan Patel 07803.423701
Email: [email protected]
www.middlesexbonsaisociety.weebly.com
UK Bonsai Pot Contest 12APR26.
A first for the UK, a build contest and final display of bonsai pots by UK artists. The venue is the ExpoBonsai UK show at Crawley and the event is being hosted by Alex Rudd of the EBPC in conjunction with the UKBA. Entry to compete is now open for submissions , please click HERE for the full details
or visit the European Bonsai Potter Collective, EBPC website. www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com
Don’t waste any time, give it a look and get building!
This event gives all British potters a chance to show their skills and imagination whilst producing pots suitable for the art of bonsai.
UKBA SHOHIN DISPLAY WORKSHOP. MARK & RITTA COOPER.
27TH SEPT ‘26
The announcement of this workshop sadly got a bit lost during the Bulletin mailing issues. Please click HERE to see full details in the workshop section. A few places still available.
Dave Fryer
East Anglia Bonsai Show
Middlesex Bonsai Society
With immediate effect Darshan Patel will be the main contact for Middlesex Bonsai Society.
Ctc: Chireman Darshan Patel 07803.423701
Email: [email protected]
www.middlesexbonsaisociety.weebly.com
UK Bonsai Pot Contest 12APR26.
A first for the UK, a build contest and final display of bonsai pots by UK artists. The venue is the ExpoBonsai UK show at Crawley and the event is being hosted by Alex Rudd of the EBPC in conjunction with the UKBA. Entry to compete is now open for submissions , please click HERE for the full details
or visit the European Bonsai Potter Collective, EBPC website. www.europeanbonsaipottercollective.com
Don’t waste any time, give it a look and get building!
This event gives all British potters a chance to show their skills and imagination whilst producing pots suitable for the art of bonsai.
UKBA SHOHIN DISPLAY WORKSHOP. MARK & RITTA COOPER.
27TH SEPT ‘26
The announcement of this workshop sadly got a bit lost during the Bulletin mailing issues. Please click HERE to see full details in the workshop section. A few places still available.
New To Events Diary
02&03May26 Sat & Sun (Confirmed)
Cornwall Bonsai Society Display At Trebah Garden Trust,
Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 5JZ.
Adm:tbc. Times:09:30-17:00
Contact: Frank Reid 07588.672268
Email: [email protected]
www.cornwall-bonsai-society.co.uk
06&07Jun26 Sat & Sun (Confirmed)
Mid-Herts Bonsai Club Show
Kingsbury Barn, Branch Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire. AL3 4SE.
Adm:Free. Times:11:00-17:00.
Contact: Geoff Conybeare 07396.732817
Email: [email protected]
www.midhertsbonsaiclub.co.uk
07Jun26 Sun (Confirmed)
Bedfordshire Bonsai Society Show
Stockwood Park Discovery Centre,
London Road, Luton, Bedfordshire. LU1 4LX.
Adm:Free. Times:11:00-16:30.
Ctc: Richard Gaiger 07745.507318
Email: [email protected]
www.bedfordshirebonsaisociety.weebly.com
23Aug26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Mini Bonsai Group Show
David Cheshire Nurseries Ltd
Mill Hill, Baginton,
Coventry, Warwickshire. CV8 3AG.
Show 14:00-16:00.
Adm: £3 cash.
Contact: Gary
07394.597765 (Whatsapp Only)
Email: [email protected]
www.ukminibonsaigroup.weebly.com
Cornwall Bonsai Society Display At Trebah Garden Trust,
Mawnan Smith, Nr Falmouth, Cornwall. TR11 5JZ.
Adm:tbc. Times:09:30-17:00
Contact: Frank Reid 07588.672268
Email: [email protected]
www.cornwall-bonsai-society.co.uk
06&07Jun26 Sat & Sun (Confirmed)
Mid-Herts Bonsai Club Show
Kingsbury Barn, Branch Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire. AL3 4SE.
Adm:Free. Times:11:00-17:00.
Contact: Geoff Conybeare 07396.732817
Email: [email protected]
www.midhertsbonsaiclub.co.uk
07Jun26 Sun (Confirmed)
Bedfordshire Bonsai Society Show
Stockwood Park Discovery Centre,
London Road, Luton, Bedfordshire. LU1 4LX.
Adm:Free. Times:11:00-16:30.
Ctc: Richard Gaiger 07745.507318
Email: [email protected]
www.bedfordshirebonsaisociety.weebly.com
23Aug26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Mini Bonsai Group Show
David Cheshire Nurseries Ltd
Mill Hill, Baginton,
Coventry, Warwickshire. CV8 3AG.
Show 14:00-16:00.
Adm: £3 cash.
Contact: Gary
07394.597765 (Whatsapp Only)
Email: [email protected]
www.ukminibonsaigroup.weebly.com
Jim Logan
South Devon Bonsai Society
South Devon Bonsai Society
Jim was a founder member of South Devon Bonsai Society in December 1987. Dave Goodrich had invited people interested in growing bonsai to form a group. I joined the first meeting and because of my secretarial background was immediately snapped up as Hon.Secretary! Jim at that time was in a rigid body support jacket being very limited in movement due to a bad fall he had which severely damaged his spine some years previously. He had an interesting work life as a steam train driver and later with the police in the Midlands. Jim’s interest in bonsai began when serving in the army in Korea and saw many of the ‘wee trees’ as he would call them in his lovely Scots burr. Because of his limited movements Jim spent a lot of time reading and much of his bonsai knowledge was gleaned this way. Dave’s bonsai experience was also based on family living in Singapore and he as Chairman and leader was with us until 1990 when he moved away. Jim then was elected Chairman/leader as he had the most information on growing bonsai but his attendance was always in a wheelchair and this also meant needing assistance and transport to a degree which he hated
A maple he grew on rock
in one of his handmade pot
in one of his handmade pot
We moved to our current hall about 1992 and apart from a few years when other members became Chairman, Jim was always our ‘go to’ tutor and demonstrator for the club sharing his knowledge willingly from his wheelchair. His patience and dry Scots wit was such a big part of his character. When talking about forest plantings inevitably he would say “Just miniaturise yourself and walk amongst the trees and you will even start to hear the birds singing”. His knowledge grew over the years and became very detailed and refined. He took up drawing and making clay pots, wonderful rocks and other ceramic pieces, so many have pieces to treasure and remember him by as well as some of his trees
Demonstrating saikei making
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One of his life like rocks,
hollow to take a tree. |
Jim longed to be able to visit his homeland before he got too old and through sheer dogged determination he did away with the restrictive body casing and the wheelchair, leaving him moving very slowly indeed. He also reduced the pain relief medication too, well aware of its bad press, so he felt more like himself he said. His determined effort resulted in the longed for visit by train with other assistance, but he made it. However, as he aged, arthritis began to affect his damaged spine and his movements became even more limited with more severe pain in the last few years. In 2024 he sold the rest of his collection and he sadly passed away on 28 November 2025 aged 91. The success and continuation of the club has largely been due to Jim’s determined support and knowledge.
Dilly Upton --- South Devon Bonsai Society
Dilly Upton --- South Devon Bonsai Society
Workshops
29Mar26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Bonsai Association Workshop
with various Mark & Ritta Cooper
Subject: Mini Bonsai
Chobham Village Hall,
Station Road, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8AQ.
Workshop 09:45/10:00-13:30.hrs
Adm: £20.08 Pre-bookings only.
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Mark Moreland 07850.771201
09&10May26 (Confirmed)
Twickenham Bonsai Club Workshop
with Morten Albek
Subject: Shohin Workshop
Whitton Community Centre,
Percy Road, Twickenham, Middlesex. TW2 6JL.
Adm: tba. Times: 10:00-17:00
Ctc: Tony Ulatowski 07956.362743 Email: [email protected]
23Aug26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Bonsai Association Workshop
with various talks on Mini Bonsai
David Cheshire Nurseries Ltd
Mill Hill, Baginton, Coventry, Warwickshire. CV8 3AG.
Workshop 09:45/10:00-13:30.
Pre-Bookings Only £20.10
Contact: Gary 07394.597765 (Whatsapp Only)
Email: [email protected]
www.ukminibonsaigroup.weebly.com
12&13Sep26 (Confirmed)
Twickenham Bonsai Club Workshop
with Caz Scott
Subject: General Workshop
Whitton Community Centre,
Percy Road, Twickenham, Middlesex. TW2 6JL.
Adm: tba. Times: 10:00-17:00
Ctc: Tony Ulatowski 07956.362743 Email: [email protected]
27Sep26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Bonsai Association Workshop
with Mark & Ritta Cooper.
Subject: Shohin Display.
Chobham Village Hall,
Station Road, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8AQ
Workshop 09:45/10:00-17:00.hrs
Adm: £20.09. Pre-bookings only.
Ctc: Steve Hale Email: [email protected]
Please click HERE to see the UKBA Website for a list of bonsai professionals running workshops up and down the country
UK Bonsai Association Workshop
with various Mark & Ritta Cooper
Subject: Mini Bonsai
Chobham Village Hall,
Station Road, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8AQ.
Workshop 09:45/10:00-13:30.hrs
Adm: £20.08 Pre-bookings only.
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Mark Moreland 07850.771201
09&10May26 (Confirmed)
Twickenham Bonsai Club Workshop
with Morten Albek
Subject: Shohin Workshop
Whitton Community Centre,
Percy Road, Twickenham, Middlesex. TW2 6JL.
Adm: tba. Times: 10:00-17:00
Ctc: Tony Ulatowski 07956.362743 Email: [email protected]
23Aug26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Bonsai Association Workshop
with various talks on Mini Bonsai
David Cheshire Nurseries Ltd
Mill Hill, Baginton, Coventry, Warwickshire. CV8 3AG.
Workshop 09:45/10:00-13:30.
Pre-Bookings Only £20.10
Contact: Gary 07394.597765 (Whatsapp Only)
Email: [email protected]
www.ukminibonsaigroup.weebly.com
12&13Sep26 (Confirmed)
Twickenham Bonsai Club Workshop
with Caz Scott
Subject: General Workshop
Whitton Community Centre,
Percy Road, Twickenham, Middlesex. TW2 6JL.
Adm: tba. Times: 10:00-17:00
Ctc: Tony Ulatowski 07956.362743 Email: [email protected]
27Sep26 Sun (Confirmed)
UK Bonsai Association Workshop
with Mark & Ritta Cooper.
Subject: Shohin Display.
Chobham Village Hall,
Station Road, Chobham, Surrey. GU24 8AQ
Workshop 09:45/10:00-17:00.hrs
Adm: £20.09. Pre-bookings only.
Ctc: Steve Hale Email: [email protected]
Please click HERE to see the UKBA Website for a list of bonsai professionals running workshops up and down the country
Below is a list of bonsai tasks to be carried out during the month of January, it must be adapted to your localised conditions and is meant only as a general advisory list of tasks for the bonsai enthusiast.
Bonsai in January
Hopefully all your bonsai trees are being protected for the winter and here is a quick generic guide to bonsai in January.
Watering:
Your bonsai trees will still need watering but not as often as their growth rate has slowed right down so their water uptake has also slowed down.
At this time of year if your trees are still outside, they will be getting watered naturally by the rainfall, morning dew and melting frosts. However, monitor the moisture level to ensure your bonsai trees are not water logged as this can cause roots to rot.
If your bonsai trees are under cover check daily and water if required to keep the soil damp / moist but not soaking wet.
Any bonsai being kept indoors should be watered daily if required as they will be losing moisture due to the higher temperatures inside drying out the soil and the tropical species still tend to grow during the winter period inside.
Ideal time to water is in the morning to allow the water time to dissipate and to reduce the surface water should the temperature cool down overnight or there is a frost.
Re-potting:
If the weather is mild re-potting can be undertaken but avoid early re-potting if you have no protection for the tree. A cold frame or green house if frosts are likely.
Otherwise prepare for repotting by checking soil supplies and also that if you are looking to change the pot that you have the correct pot size to repot into.
Feeding:
Generally feeding in January is not required as broadleaves trees are dormant and conifers or evergreens have slowed down on growth during this period.
However, continue to lightly feed tropical trees that are kept indoors if they are still showing signs of growth to sustain them during this period.
Pruning:
This is a great time of year to review your bonsai trees and check the structural image of the tree as well as the tracery and branch placement. Broadleaved trees are especially easy as they have for most species lost their leaves and are dormant. You can remove unwanted structural branches but remember to cover the wounds with wound paste or sealant as the trees are dormant and will not be able to respond to the pruning as effectively. Otherwise just mark the branch(es) to remove and wait until Spring to then remove them.
Trimming:
This is not required to either broadleaved or coniferous trees in January. However, you may still need to trim the new shoots of tropical trees that are growing indoors to control the growth and develop ramification.
Root pruning:
Carry out root pruning if you do start to re-pot now as part of the re-potting process and check for soil borne pests, root rot and other root problems and address if any issues are found.
Insects and pests:
Continue to check your bonsai trees over fully for pests, insects and diseases as some insects can over winter, or in your trees such as red spider mite, scale insect and if you have not applied a winter pesticide or removed unwanted pests before now it is a chance to do so. Pests are also likely if the weather is mild so worth checking to avoid disappointment in the spring when buds or leaves fail to flush due to pest attack.
Moss and weed control:
Hopefully you carried out pre winter preparation and addressed any weed and moss issues particularly around the trunks of bonsai trees prior to winter. If not this is again a good time to remove moss and weeds to clear the surface of the soil for improved moisture movement as well as prevent bark rot from wet moss. You can use a range of techniques including a diluted vinegar application on the bark which you apply and then around a week of two later the moss removes more easily with a light brush action (tooth brush works well).
Wiring:
If wire is present on your bonsai tree check whether it is still serving a purpose and is taut and not digging into the bark causing wire marks and re-set if necessary or tighten.
Protection:
Continue to maintain winter protection in whatever form you use and check your trees daily for effects of frost or snow.
Assessment:
This is also a good time to photograph your bonsai trees and update their records for re-potting timings, feeding regimes, soil type etc as it is sometimes hard to keep track of what you do for each tree when you start increasing your collection. Keeping a photographic record does come in very useful over the years to see the trees development and your progress.
Bonsai in January
Hopefully all your bonsai trees are being protected for the winter and here is a quick generic guide to bonsai in January.
Watering:
Your bonsai trees will still need watering but not as often as their growth rate has slowed right down so their water uptake has also slowed down.
At this time of year if your trees are still outside, they will be getting watered naturally by the rainfall, morning dew and melting frosts. However, monitor the moisture level to ensure your bonsai trees are not water logged as this can cause roots to rot.
If your bonsai trees are under cover check daily and water if required to keep the soil damp / moist but not soaking wet.
Any bonsai being kept indoors should be watered daily if required as they will be losing moisture due to the higher temperatures inside drying out the soil and the tropical species still tend to grow during the winter period inside.
Ideal time to water is in the morning to allow the water time to dissipate and to reduce the surface water should the temperature cool down overnight or there is a frost.
Re-potting:
If the weather is mild re-potting can be undertaken but avoid early re-potting if you have no protection for the tree. A cold frame or green house if frosts are likely.
Otherwise prepare for repotting by checking soil supplies and also that if you are looking to change the pot that you have the correct pot size to repot into.
Feeding:
Generally feeding in January is not required as broadleaves trees are dormant and conifers or evergreens have slowed down on growth during this period.
However, continue to lightly feed tropical trees that are kept indoors if they are still showing signs of growth to sustain them during this period.
Pruning:
This is a great time of year to review your bonsai trees and check the structural image of the tree as well as the tracery and branch placement. Broadleaved trees are especially easy as they have for most species lost their leaves and are dormant. You can remove unwanted structural branches but remember to cover the wounds with wound paste or sealant as the trees are dormant and will not be able to respond to the pruning as effectively. Otherwise just mark the branch(es) to remove and wait until Spring to then remove them.
Trimming:
This is not required to either broadleaved or coniferous trees in January. However, you may still need to trim the new shoots of tropical trees that are growing indoors to control the growth and develop ramification.
Root pruning:
Carry out root pruning if you do start to re-pot now as part of the re-potting process and check for soil borne pests, root rot and other root problems and address if any issues are found.
Insects and pests:
Continue to check your bonsai trees over fully for pests, insects and diseases as some insects can over winter, or in your trees such as red spider mite, scale insect and if you have not applied a winter pesticide or removed unwanted pests before now it is a chance to do so. Pests are also likely if the weather is mild so worth checking to avoid disappointment in the spring when buds or leaves fail to flush due to pest attack.
Moss and weed control:
Hopefully you carried out pre winter preparation and addressed any weed and moss issues particularly around the trunks of bonsai trees prior to winter. If not this is again a good time to remove moss and weeds to clear the surface of the soil for improved moisture movement as well as prevent bark rot from wet moss. You can use a range of techniques including a diluted vinegar application on the bark which you apply and then around a week of two later the moss removes more easily with a light brush action (tooth brush works well).
Wiring:
If wire is present on your bonsai tree check whether it is still serving a purpose and is taut and not digging into the bark causing wire marks and re-set if necessary or tighten.
Protection:
Continue to maintain winter protection in whatever form you use and check your trees daily for effects of frost or snow.
Assessment:
This is also a good time to photograph your bonsai trees and update their records for re-potting timings, feeding regimes, soil type etc as it is sometimes hard to keep track of what you do for each tree when you start increasing your collection. Keeping a photographic record does come in very useful over the years to see the trees development and your progress.
UKBA Interview With
Nick Lloyd
Nick Lloyd
Nick with a Blue Cedar in 2021
How did you get started?
I started being interested in bonsai in my mid 20's when I got my first flat & wanted something green to brighten the place up. After a few failed attempts at keeping trees alive I gave up until I was given another garden centre bonsai for a birthday present in 2010. I then started getting more keen on bonsai as I had a large garden to keep them in and became more successful keeping trees alive.
How did you learn about bonsai?
My enthusiasm increased tenfold when I started going to the Heathrow shows and began seeing some really good quality trees. I then discovered the bonsai shed and have been a regular there ever since.
I started being interested in bonsai in my mid 20's when I got my first flat & wanted something green to brighten the place up. After a few failed attempts at keeping trees alive I gave up until I was given another garden centre bonsai for a birthday present in 2010. I then started getting more keen on bonsai as I had a large garden to keep them in and became more successful keeping trees alive.
How did you learn about bonsai?
My enthusiasm increased tenfold when I started going to the Heathrow shows and began seeing some really good quality trees. I then discovered the bonsai shed and have been a regular there ever since.
Nick at the bonsai shed 202
Who was your teacher?
There are lots of good artists out there, and I have been lucky enough to work with a few of them. I guess the person I have worked with most would have to be Nacho Salar from Spain. He is someone I have learnt a lot from, having him visit my garden on a regular basis over the years. He has endless amounts of energy, enthusiasm and a real passion for the art. I have also learned from Peter Warren, Caz Scott, Kevin Willson, Will Baddeley, Corin Tomlinson and David Cheshire. I also need to mention my good friend Andy Barber from the Bonsai Shed who has influenced me from the start. I have been a regular helping out at the shed most weekends for the last several years and helped to rebuild it after the fire in 2020.
There are lots of good artists out there, and I have been lucky enough to work with a few of them. I guess the person I have worked with most would have to be Nacho Salar from Spain. He is someone I have learnt a lot from, having him visit my garden on a regular basis over the years. He has endless amounts of energy, enthusiasm and a real passion for the art. I have also learned from Peter Warren, Caz Scott, Kevin Willson, Will Baddeley, Corin Tomlinson and David Cheshire. I also need to mention my good friend Andy Barber from the Bonsai Shed who has influenced me from the start. I have been a regular helping out at the shed most weekends for the last several years and helped to rebuild it after the fire in 2020.
Nick with Nacho 2021
What is the most important thing you learned from him?
Patience, don’t over work a tree, allow plenty of time for the tree to recover.
Do you belong to a bonsai club?
I was a founder member, and have been the club secretary, at Twickenham club since it was formed. During this time I have watched its membership grow on a yearly basis; with our members we have learned and shared our experiences. I kept bonsai as an individual for a number of years, but it wasn't until I started meeting people regularly to discuss ideas and techniques that I really started to appreciate how important it is to learn from each other.
Do you consider bonsai an art form?
To me bonsai is a living art form that is constantly evolving, it is down to the artist to gently assist nature in enhancing the style and character of the bonsai to give it that natural and aged appearance.
Patience, don’t over work a tree, allow plenty of time for the tree to recover.
Do you belong to a bonsai club?
I was a founder member, and have been the club secretary, at Twickenham club since it was formed. During this time I have watched its membership grow on a yearly basis; with our members we have learned and shared our experiences. I kept bonsai as an individual for a number of years, but it wasn't until I started meeting people regularly to discuss ideas and techniques that I really started to appreciate how important it is to learn from each other.
Do you consider bonsai an art form?
To me bonsai is a living art form that is constantly evolving, it is down to the artist to gently assist nature in enhancing the style and character of the bonsai to give it that natural and aged appearance.
Members of Twickenham bonsai club Heathrow 2024
Why do you practice bonsai?
Aside from the calmness and relaxing nature of working on a tree I do like the social side of being part of the bonsai community and catching up with people, some of whom you would not normally have a reason to talk to if it wasn't for the shared interest in bonsai.
Do you have a favourite tree species or size tree?
My favourite type of tree has to be deciduous as I love the seasonal variations.
I do like maples for that reason and because there is such diversity in their foliage colour, form & texture.
Do you have a favourite bonsai?
I would say that my favourite bonsai is probably my blackthorn as I have really seen it develop over the last few years. I have carved it under the guidance of Will Baddeley and the branch structure is really starting to take shape to make it quite an unusual style of tree for a blackthorn.
Aside from the calmness and relaxing nature of working on a tree I do like the social side of being part of the bonsai community and catching up with people, some of whom you would not normally have a reason to talk to if it wasn't for the shared interest in bonsai.
Do you have a favourite tree species or size tree?
My favourite type of tree has to be deciduous as I love the seasonal variations.
I do like maples for that reason and because there is such diversity in their foliage colour, form & texture.
Do you have a favourite bonsai?
I would say that my favourite bonsai is probably my blackthorn as I have really seen it develop over the last few years. I have carved it under the guidance of Will Baddeley and the branch structure is really starting to take shape to make it quite an unusual style of tree for a blackthorn.
Nick's blackthorn at Expo 2025
Do you have a favourite Potter?
My favourite potter is without doubt the late Derek Aspinall, I just find his pots amazing.
What mistakes have you made?
Like everyone I made many mistakes when I first started bonsai. I was impatient to get new material straight into too small a pot to achieve the instant look, whilst at the same time wiring and styling the tree. I would then wonder why the tree was not vigorous and healthy when it’s not had any feed or even regular watering. Over time I learned that it is best to only conduct one major working on a tree in one growing season so as to provide plenty of recovery time between working.
Have you experienced bonsai abroad?
Unfortunately these last few years I have not been able to travel abroad due to my wife’s health. I am hoping to be able to get to Trophy in Genk in 2026 which I am really looking forward to experiencing as it will be the first European show I will have attended.
My favourite potter is without doubt the late Derek Aspinall, I just find his pots amazing.
What mistakes have you made?
Like everyone I made many mistakes when I first started bonsai. I was impatient to get new material straight into too small a pot to achieve the instant look, whilst at the same time wiring and styling the tree. I would then wonder why the tree was not vigorous and healthy when it’s not had any feed or even regular watering. Over time I learned that it is best to only conduct one major working on a tree in one growing season so as to provide plenty of recovery time between working.
Have you experienced bonsai abroad?
Unfortunately these last few years I have not been able to travel abroad due to my wife’s health. I am hoping to be able to get to Trophy in Genk in 2026 which I am really looking forward to experiencing as it will be the first European show I will have attended.
Nick at Expo 2023 with his shishigashira maple
Can you recommend one or two bonsai books?
My favourite book that I keep going back to is Bonsai Maples by Andrea Meriggioli, I also refer to Japanese Maples by J.D. Vertrees & Peter Gregory as it is a comprehensive guide to the different cultivars.
What is your best achievement?
I would say my best achievement is to have trees accepted into bonsai Expo every year since 2023 and in doing so supporting the UKBA. I greatly admire Steve Hale & Mark & Ming Moreland and all the work that they dedicate into the bonsai scene and putting on the great shows that we have become accustomed to attending in recent years.
I enjoy helping with the setting up and dismantling of these shows as this work often goes unnoticed but is essential for the smooth running of the show.
I also consider it to have been a great privilege to have been heavily involved with the Bonsai Boy’s displays on behalf of FoBBS at RHS Chelsea and the UKBA at RHS Hampton Court in 2025 where we achieved gold medals in each & in addition at Hampton Court we achieved the best exhibit in the floral marquee and the Tudor Rose award which was a great honour.
My favourite book that I keep going back to is Bonsai Maples by Andrea Meriggioli, I also refer to Japanese Maples by J.D. Vertrees & Peter Gregory as it is a comprehensive guide to the different cultivars.
What is your best achievement?
I would say my best achievement is to have trees accepted into bonsai Expo every year since 2023 and in doing so supporting the UKBA. I greatly admire Steve Hale & Mark & Ming Moreland and all the work that they dedicate into the bonsai scene and putting on the great shows that we have become accustomed to attending in recent years.
I enjoy helping with the setting up and dismantling of these shows as this work often goes unnoticed but is essential for the smooth running of the show.
I also consider it to have been a great privilege to have been heavily involved with the Bonsai Boy’s displays on behalf of FoBBS at RHS Chelsea and the UKBA at RHS Hampton Court in 2025 where we achieved gold medals in each & in addition at Hampton Court we achieved the best exhibit in the floral marquee and the Tudor Rose award which was a great honour.
Chelsea flower show 2023
Do you have any future ambitions or goals?
I'm not big on showing off my collection but it's always nice to get some recognition for your achievements. I have a few nice trees but I would like to bring all my trees on to a higher standard. I also have numerous development projects that I have been working on for several years, I would like to think that fellow enthusiasts will one day regard these project trees as decent bonsai specimens.
Over the years what has been your favourite bonsai show?
I was a big fan of the Doncaster bonsai experience having attended the last few shows before it stopped. I loved the informality of it and that it had such diversity in traders. Then Bonsai Fest begun in 2025, following in the footsteps of Doncaster but with the venue & space it deserves.
Do you have any other interests or hobbies?
I have bonsai to thank for rediscovering my creative flair. I studied Art at ‘A’ level but my career path took me down a more functional route in engineering; I had not picked up a paint brush in close to 30 years. I submitted a tree into Bonsai Expo and soon realised that in the absence of the late Paul Goff there aren’t many opportunities in the UK to get hold of decent scrolls, and even when you find one you are very limited in the subject matter. So, I ended up having a go myself due to necessity as I really wanted to have a scroll to compliment my display. With a little encouragement from Daryl Cogavin I had a go and found that once I started I remembered how much I enjoyed the process and found more and more subjects that I wanted to have a go at painting.
I have tried my hand at making my own bonsai pots with the guidance of Nick Payne at Springwood Ceramics. I have also enrolled in a few stone carving courses in the last few years as well as made a number of stained-glass windows.
Nick Lloyd
Twickenham Bonsai Club
I'm not big on showing off my collection but it's always nice to get some recognition for your achievements. I have a few nice trees but I would like to bring all my trees on to a higher standard. I also have numerous development projects that I have been working on for several years, I would like to think that fellow enthusiasts will one day regard these project trees as decent bonsai specimens.
Over the years what has been your favourite bonsai show?
I was a big fan of the Doncaster bonsai experience having attended the last few shows before it stopped. I loved the informality of it and that it had such diversity in traders. Then Bonsai Fest begun in 2025, following in the footsteps of Doncaster but with the venue & space it deserves.
Do you have any other interests or hobbies?
I have bonsai to thank for rediscovering my creative flair. I studied Art at ‘A’ level but my career path took me down a more functional route in engineering; I had not picked up a paint brush in close to 30 years. I submitted a tree into Bonsai Expo and soon realised that in the absence of the late Paul Goff there aren’t many opportunities in the UK to get hold of decent scrolls, and even when you find one you are very limited in the subject matter. So, I ended up having a go myself due to necessity as I really wanted to have a scroll to compliment my display. With a little encouragement from Daryl Cogavin I had a go and found that once I started I remembered how much I enjoyed the process and found more and more subjects that I wanted to have a go at painting.
I have tried my hand at making my own bonsai pots with the guidance of Nick Payne at Springwood Ceramics. I have also enrolled in a few stone carving courses in the last few years as well as made a number of stained-glass windows.
Nick Lloyd
Twickenham Bonsai Club
Anagrams – Find the Missing letter
Solve the first anagram. There will be one extra letter which you will have to carry over to solve the next clue and so on. You will be left with one extra letter when you have finished. What is it? Good luck.
Clues
1 AEKLORVZ Latin and common name the same
2 CHIKOSY Produces nuts
3 CEMPRSY Common in Italy
4 CEHKLOY Sometimes confused with yew
5 ACEIMORS Difficult to get leaves small
6 AAGHLMNO Popular bonsai in Eastern temples
7 AEHNORTW e.g. Midland
8 AABIRSTTW Flaky bark
Solve the first anagram. There will be one extra letter which you will have to carry over to solve the next clue and so on. You will be left with one extra letter when you have finished. What is it? Good luck.
Clues
1 AEKLORVZ Latin and common name the same
2 CHIKOSY Produces nuts
3 CEMPRSY Common in Italy
4 CEHKLOY Sometimes confused with yew
5 ACEIMORS Difficult to get leaves small
6 AAGHLMNO Popular bonsai in Eastern temples
7 AEHNORTW e.g. Midland
8 AABIRSTTW Flaky bark
--- Geoff Conybeare
UK Bonsai Association www.ukbonsaiassoc.org
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Mark & MingChen Moreland
For bulletin queries: [email protected]
Mark & MingChen Moreland