Bonsai Experience in South Salt Lake, Utah
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; suitable for all ages and abilities.
Overview
Create your own living masterpiece in this unique, hands-on bonsai workshop located in South Salt Lake, Utah. Perfect for all skill levels, this one-hour experience offers everything you need to start your bonsai journey.
Bonsai Experience - Salt Lake City
For all ages! • 1 Hour • Plant, trim and decorate your very own tree!
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About This Adventure
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on bonsai workshop, perfect for all skill levels! In just one hour, you'll select, plant, and decorate your own pre-bonsai tree, with all materials provided. Experience the art of bonsai and take home a unique piece of nature that you crafted yourself!
This experience is perfect for people of all skill levels!
Duration
1 Hour.
About
With a wide variety of pre-bonsai trees to choose from, we will teach you how to plant, trim and decorate your very own tree.
More info
All instruction, sand, rocks, and tools you will use are included with your entry fee!
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The studio fee is paid at the time of booking and is based on the number of people attending, not the number of trees you will make. If you purchased an experience package online and have a voucher book using the "Booking With Voucher" option.
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GetOut passes will book like normal and pay the studio fee at time of booking, your $15 OFF discount will be applied when you come into the store.
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During your session you will choose your Bonsai tree and pot. (Outside pots/trees are not allowed)
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No refunds are offered for reschedules and cancellations within 24 hours of your appointment time.
Cost will vary:
- Small Trees are $15-25, Small Pots are $20-25
- Medium Trees are $35-50, Medium Pots are $35-65
- Large Trees are $75-240, Large Pots are $65-150
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Choose clothes you don’t mind getting a little soil on, as this hands-on activity involves planting and trimming your bonsai.
Ask Questions
Take advantage of the instructor’s expertise by asking about bonsai care tips tailored to Utah’s local climate.
Plan for Transporting Your Bonsai
Bring a small box or bag to safely carry your bonsai home after the session, ensuring it’s protected during transit.
Arrive Early
Arriving 10 minutes before your session helps you settle in and make the most of your hour-long experience.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban songbirds commonly found around South Salt Lake
- Squirrels frequenting neighborhood trees near the studio
History
Bonsai art traces back thousands of years to East Asia, and this practice has grown in popularity in Utah through dedicated studios like Bonsai Bai Me.
Conservation
Bonsai cultivation promotes sustainability by encouraging plant care and appreciation in urban settings, minimizing the need for large garden spaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable Clothing
Clothes that you don't mind getting dirt on for hands-on planting.
Small Carrying Box
To safely transport your bonsai tree home after the session.
Notebook and Pen
Useful for jotting down care tips and pruning instructions during the workshop.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during your session, especially in warmer months.
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