Sho Fu Bonsai Society of Sarasota
Welcome to the Sho Fu Bonsai Society
Whether you’re just discovering bonsai or have been cultivating trees for years, you’ll find a warm welcome at the Sho Fu Bonsai Society of Sarasota.
Our members enjoy learning together through monthly meetings, workshops, demonstrations, and the sharing of knowledge and experience.
We meet at the beautiful Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota on the second Tuesday of each month. We invite you to visit a meeting, meet fellow enthusiasts, and discover the beauty, artistry, and lifelong enjoyment of bonsai.
News & Announcements
Annual Show & Exhibit
The annual July Show & Exhibit was fun and educational!
Meetings & Events
Monthly Meeting
Date:
Tuesday September 15, 2026
Time:
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location:
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
Description:
Paul Pikel (recently retired Epcot Chair of 20 years) will show us how to wire Bonsai trees. First 30 members to sign up make and take home a wire tree!
Monthly Meeting
Date:
Tuesday October 13, 2026
Time:
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location:
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
Description:
David Ford (Sho Fu member) will teach us all about Kintsugi – fixing broken pots using gold & resin
Monthly Meeting
Date:
Tuesday November 10, 2026
Time:
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location:
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
1534 Mound Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
Description:
Kamil Sykora (Sho Fu member) will conduct a Black Pine workshop. Kamil has astounding Junipers and Black Pines, nurtured initially in North Carolina and brought/maintained here successfully.