PatArizona

G'day Empedocles...

Welcome, new friend...

As McSpeed said, contact the club now...try to get some introduction to the members...try to hook up with a member or 3...local experiance is invaluable. I suggest that you follow this advice as soon as possible.

In the mean time...

For the best collection of Bonsai information in Arizona...go to the Phoenix Bonsai Society web site...http://phoenixbonsai.com/PhxBSWing.html.

That's where you will find volumes upon volumes of bonsai information that is aimed directly at your geographical area.

Look at:
1. Back-to-Basics Workshop Notes
2. Frequently Asked Questions
3. Seasonal Care Information
4. Plants for Bonsai Here
5. Sources for Plants, Pots, Tools, and More

This will give you more bonsai care information than you will be able to use in the coming "shut-down season".

As you progress through the above information, when you come up with questions, I think you should look for the answers in 2. Frequently Asked Questions. If that comes up short, then, bring your questions to bonsaiTALK. We'll be glad to help.

By the way...I used the above information extensively when I was growing bonsai in Tucson. I even used this information in the devellopment of the syllabus for a beginners bonsai that I taught.

I hope, Empedocles, that this helps you get off to a good start.

So, my friend, always remember that bonsai is a trip that demands time and patience. Welcome aboard, and enjoy the journey.

Did I mention patience?

Pat

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THE ONLY WAY: Always remember, and don't ever forget, that whatever you read here is not cast in concrete... the intent of any advice is to help. In no way should you feel that I’m saying that my way is the only way…heaven forbid! I've seen far too much of the "my way or the highway" attitude in bonsai as well as in other areas of life.