Corpus Christi Bonsai Club

06/07/2026

June Bonsai in the Gardens was a warm humid day, and we survived the mosquitoes. The bonsai trees enjoyed the recent rains, so today was a day of trimming.

Jorge Mendizabal is a great teacher and meticulously led the repotting of his Tiger Bark Ficus (Ficus microcarpa). Jorge explained the reasons and purpose of repotting, preparing the pot, soil selection, and pruning of this mighty tree.

We welcome three new members, Deborah, John and Virginia who joined us this morning!

In addition to the repotting, David pruned the Texas Ebony (Ebenopsis ebana) and the Water Jasmine (Wrightia religiosa). There were a few dainty white fragrant blooms on the jasmine. Hopefully with the pruning and a bit more rain, it will push a canopy of flowers.

The South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center is in full bloom and a great place to spend the day admiring the plants, butterflies, reptiles, parrots and various other colorful birds.

If you missed today, plan to join us on July 11th for more maintenance and a special display of Tiny Bonsai and the Giants!

06/06/2026

Jorge Mendizabal is starting the repotting at the South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center as part of the Bonsai in the Gardens Summer Series.

We will be onsite until 11:30 am!

06/04/2026

Thank you to all who made comments on yesterday's "Question of the Day." The tree in the photo is a netleaf hackberry. It is a Texas Native and thrives in most climates and environments. However it will often decline over time in a bonsai pot. The boards are placed over the soil and pot to allow the tree to receive full sunlight (which the tree loves) and yet protect the pot and soil from the scorching rays of the sun. This is just one of several ways to keep your tree in full sun while protecting the tree from the heat.

We hope your trees are thriving and pushing tremendous growth this growing season!

06/04/2026

We hope you can join us on Saturday for Bonsai in the Gardens!

BONSAI IN THE GARDENS, Summer Series, 9:30 am, Saturday, June 6: "REPOTTING ‘FICUS’, and Routine Maintenance," with Corpus Christi Bonsai Club instructors David Whitaker & Jorge Mendizabal, M.D. Already into Bonsai or just getting started, come learn some fine points while admiring new OUTDOOR BONSAI GARDEN. Bring your own chair! Free with Admission, membership, or $5🍃🪑✂️.

06/03/2026

The question of the day?

Any guess why these boards are on this bonsai?

06/01/2026

We had a strong turnout for Joseph McCoy's lecture on Texas Natives at our May Corpus Christi Bonsai Club meeting. Joey brought numerous impressive yamadori Texas Native trees from his collection. Our club members were very engaged during Joey's interactive presentation style. Great information came out of the discussions. Thank you Joey for a terrific Sunday of learning!

05/30/2026