The Crespi Bonsai Museum is organizing four free meetings dedicated to learning more about the art of bonsai, open to all, enthusiasts and curious people of all levels.
The meetings represent an important opportunity for education and discussion and are particularly suitable for those participating in the Bonsai Shohin Festival, offering practical support in preparing and displaying bonsai for the exhibition to be held from March 6 to 8, 2026.
The meetings will be led by Andrea Scarenzi, a bonsai instructor and multiple first-prize winner in previous editions of the Bonsai Shohin Festival, who will share his experience with practical and personalized advice.
How the meetings work
The meetings are held at the Crespi Bonsai Museum headquarters in Parabiago.
Attendance is free, with up to two bonsai per person.
During the day, you will have the opportunity to:
Meeting Schedule
Time: 9:30-12:30 | 14:30-17:00
January 9
Choosing the right pot and pruning your bonsai
Discover how to choose the best pot for your bonsai and the pruning techniques that enhance its shape and growth, preparing it for a perfect presentation.
January 16
Tips on growing and maintaining your bonsai
Best cultivation, pruning, and nutrition practices to keep your bonsai in tip-top shape.
January 23
Bonsai Soils
Learn more about the different types of soils and ideal mixes and how to choose the ones best suited to your plants' needs.
January 30
Bonsai Care
Discover how to keep your bonsai trees healthy over time.
A unique opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with other enthusiasts.
The meetings represent an important opportunity for education and discussion and are particularly suitable for those participating in the Bonsai Shohin Festival, offering practical support in preparing and displaying bonsai for the exhibition to be held from March 6 to 8, 2026.
The meetings will be led by Andrea Scarenzi, a bonsai instructor and multiple first-prize winner in previous editions of the Bonsai Shohin Festival, who will share his experience with practical and personalized advice.
How the meetings work
The meetings are held at the Crespi Bonsai Museum headquarters in Parabiago.
Attendance is free, with up to two bonsai per person.
During the day, you will have the opportunity to:
- speak directly with the instructor
- receive advice on growing, pruning, and caring for your plants
- obtain specific instructions for preparing bonsai for the Shohin Festival.
Meeting Schedule
Time: 9:30-12:30 | 14:30-17:00
January 9
Choosing the right pot and pruning your bonsai
Discover how to choose the best pot for your bonsai and the pruning techniques that enhance its shape and growth, preparing it for a perfect presentation.
January 16
Tips on growing and maintaining your bonsai
Best cultivation, pruning, and nutrition practices to keep your bonsai in tip-top shape.
January 23
Bonsai Soils
Learn more about the different types of soils and ideal mixes and how to choose the ones best suited to your plants' needs.
January 30
Bonsai Care
Discover how to keep your bonsai trees healthy over time.
A unique opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with other enthusiasts.