Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Garden

Artist Wine and Cheese Reception

September 4, 2010
The Artistic Divas will host a wine and cheese reception for the public on Saturday, September 4th from 2 pm – 4 pm. This event will be held in the Magnolia Room and no entrance fee is required to attend.

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Gardening 101 Workshop

September 9, 2010
Magnolia Room

Topic: “Ornamental Grasses” – 9:30 a.m. Topic: "Perennials and How to use them in your Garden - 10:30-Noon
Topic: “Growing Hardy Succulents” – 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

In the morning session, Garland County Master Gardener Gene Lichliter will discuss various types of ornamental grasses and how to use them to add texture to your home landscape. Sabrina Childs, with Ball Horticultural Company will discuss "Perennials and how to use them in your Garden." The afternoon session features Richard Cleaver of The Plant Outlet in Conway, AR, who will present a program on succulents, such as cacti and jade plants. In addition, Cleaver will instruct participants on how to make a living wreath. Gardening 101 sessions are free to Garden members and previously registered volunteers; regular Garden admission applies to non-members. Advance reservations are recommended. Call the Gardens at 501-262-9300 / 800-366-4664.
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Hummingbird Tea

September 14, 2010
Sip specialty teas, nibble on an array of finger sandwiches, and sample delicious desserts during this tea flavored with hummingbird tidbits. Tea time is 3:00 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the Magnolia Room. Cost is $17.50 for GWG members and $20.50 for non-members (includes applicable tax). Seating is limited so make your reservations early by calling 501-262-9300/800-366-4664.
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Gardening 101 Workshop

September 21, 2010
Magnolia Room and Garden

Topic: “Early Fall Interest & Garden Walk” – 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Join Garden Director Bob Byers for a presentation that includes many of the Gardens’ plantings that take center stage in September and October. Following the classroom session, Byers will lead participants on a walking tour and point out many of the species discussed during the seminar. Gardening 101 sessions are free to Garden members and previously registered volunteers; regular Garden admission applies to non-members. Advance reservations are recommended. Call the Gardens at 501-262-9300 / 800-366-4664.
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Garvan Woodland Gardens
550 Arkridge Road - P.O. Box 22240
Hot Springs National Park, AR 71913
800-366-4664 or 501-262-9300
gardeninfo@garvangardens.org

Discover the Gardens > Paul W. Klipsch Amphitheater | Message from the Garden Director Gardening From the Gardens

Bonsai Garden

Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Garden

The Weyerhaeuser Bonsai Garden serves as a wonderful introduction to the large Asian Garden area that is a key feature of the display gardens. Two generous grants by the Weyerhaeuser Foundation have allowed designer David Slawson, working with staff, to design a showplace for bonsai. Bonsai (bone-sigh) is translated as 'tree in a tray' and is the ancient Japanese art form of dwarfing and styling various potted plants to mimic their much larger counterparts in nature.

Unique features of the bonsai garden are the large, vertical sandstone slabs, which serve as a backdrop for specimens on display. This more natural material is a better fit for the Gardens aesthetic character than the traditional white stucco backdrop. The design team also decided to use native stones as the pedestals for the trees and to set their height at a level where the trees are properly placed for viewing in a seated position, the typical Japanese practice.

Upcoming improvements include additional display space and landscaping and a small 'teaching pavilion' nearby which will allow a variety of educational sessions sponsored by the gardens and other groups. This new building will also house the equipment needed to properly perform the many intensive maintenance operations necessary to create and preserve outstanding bonsai specimens.