2016 Spring Open House & Sale

The International Bonsai Arboretum is the home of the Valavanis Bonsai Collection and offers a complete range of educational bonsai courses, workshops, Masterclass seminars as well as trained bonsai masterpieces, pre-bonsai, and bonsai supplies.

The International Bonsai Arboretum was established by William N. Valavanis to promote the horticultural and artistic aspects of classical bonsai art. Bonsai artist, educator, and scholar, Mr. Valavanis has been studying bonsai for over 50 years and freely shares his knowledge, techniques, and art on an international scale. International BONSAI, the quarterly publication of Mr. Valavanis, has been published for 38 years and reaches bonsai enthusiasts around the world.

Come visit our garden to see what is new and to experience spring in Upstate New York. The fresh new growth of Japanese maples are especially colorful this year. Pines are now being pinched to maintain and develop new forms.

Fine quality classical bonsai can be enjoyed and studied in a unique garden dedicated to appreciate bonsai. Large sculptured garden trees frame the main display area. See bonsai from the propagation bench to developed award winning masterpiece classical bonsai.

The 2016 Upstate New York Bonsai Exhibition is only a short 15 minute drive from the International Bonsai Arboretum. Make it a complete day by visiting both!