From Field to Bonsai – An Evergreen Gardenworks Adventure
Join the Chico Bonsai Society for a field trip to Evergreen Garden Works in Kelseyville, CA! This is a wonderful opportunity to explore field-grown bonsai cultivation and purchase quality pre-bonsai material, from young whips to well-developed trunks ready for styling.
A highlight of the visit will be a guided demonstration of digging field-grown bonsai material, with two trees being excavated. Members will have the opportunity to observe the process firsthand and learn about the techniques and considerations involved in harvesting field-grown trees.
Whether you're looking for your next bonsai project or simply want to learn more about growing quality bonsai material, this is a great chance to spend a beautiful day appreciating the art and cultivation of bonsai with fellow enthusiasts.
Trip Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, December 5th , 2026
📍 Meeting Location: Chico Park & Ride
⏰ Meet at: 7:00 AM
🚗 Departing at: 7:15 AM sharp
We will be carpooling to the nursery, so please indicate in the form if you are willing to drive or need a ride. The drive takes approximately 2.5 hours each way, and we expect to spend a good part of the day at the nursery before returning to Chico in the afternoon.
What to Bring:
Weather-appropriate clothing (check the forecast)
Lunch & snacks (No food is available at the nursery)
Cash or check (Many small nurseries prefer these payment methods)
Directions to Evergreen Garden Works:
From Interstate 5 South, take Route 20 West (Williams) and continue on CA-20 to the roundabout.
Take CA-53 South (second exit from the traffic circle) and continue to Lower Lake.
Take CA-29 West (right-hand turn) out of Lower Lake.
Proceed to Kelseyville and take a left onto Kelsey Creek Drive (542).
Continue for 5 miles to 9700 Kelsey Creek Drive.
At the Y in the road (about 2.5 miles in), stay left on Kelsey Creek Drive (do not take Wright Way).
The driveway is parallel to and just before Carder Road.
We look forward to a great day of bonsai hunting!
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