Meet a Gardener: The Art of Penjing

Join Che for a guided walkthrough of The Huntington’s penjing collection, followed by an informal drop-in demonstration of practical care techniques. Learn about this centuries-old living art form and how The Huntington continues to support its legacy. 

Stop by the Penjing Courtyard for: 

Guided Penjing Collection Walkthrough | 11 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. – 1:05 p.m.  

Che will introduce participants to penjing, covering different penjing styles and the difference between penjing and bonsai.   

Penjing Fundamentals Demonstration | 11:20 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.  and 1:05 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | 

The demonstration will include basic penjing care techniques, including how to design a tree, pruning, repotting, and wiring.