In San Francisco there is the Bonsai Association of the Argentine Center, which brings together people who are passionate about this ancient technique. Rubén Coronel, a member of the group, spoke with Radio Station 102.5 about this art.
It is called “the part of science that leads to cultivating the tree and keeping it alive and where we can express ourselves.” Regarding the necessary materials, it deals with some species of tree, considering agility and fertility, in addition to the flower pots, inputs (fertilizers, substrates, volcanic, pozzolan and inert material) and different tools.
How do you care for a bonsai? Has practically the same care as any tree. Since it is in a pot, We have to be very careful about the issue of irrigation, which is what the plant needs most to live, so it is essential that it does not lack water. You also have to have a good fertilization plan, It will depend a little on the species, on the traditional requirements that each one has. and then, pruning care, maintenance. You have to be careful with the pests, diseases and phytosanitary treatments.
Colonel pointed out that the Bonsai Association of the Center has existed for more than 20 years and is without for profit, Members pay a monthly fee for basic operations. The president is Juan Videla, who shares concepts and work to be done on trees, from the teaching side.
They meet every Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. The workshops They are launched frequently and spaces are opened according to availability. In the short term, the group plans to participate in the Expo Villa María, the San Francisco Colecciona exhibition and the annual exhibition at the Cultural Center, which is where the meetings are held.
