Bonsai with Texas Native Plants

Location

San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 6 – 8 p.m.

Explore the history of Bonsai and the traditional techniques used in their creation. Instead of a traditional Japanese tree that requires more water, participants will use water-wise Texas native plants to create a bonsai of their own to thrive outside in the Texas heat. Each participant will receive all materials to pot, trim, and take home a bonsai. Throughout this class, the use of drought-tolerant native species will be highlighted both in and out of the ground.

Fee: $65 ($50 member). Registration ends when class is filled. 

Instructor: Zachary Ritchie, Conservation Technician, San Antonio Botanical Garden

Read the Garden’s Registration and Cancellation Policies for information about member discounts, refunds and more.

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