Did you know that Penjing (盆景) in Chinese can be translated as 'a potted landscape'?
This April, immerse yourself in the 'World of Penjing' at Lan Su Chinese Garden. Embark on a captivating journey led by industry experts and Lan Su's esteemed horticulture team. Explore the intricate art of Chinese miniature landscapes through guided Penjing tours, interactive demonstrations, and an exquisite month-long Penjing exhibit. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to discover the beauty and craftsmanship of this ancient landscape art at your favorite Chinese garden.
Viewing Stones Penjing Exhibit
April 6 - April 26 |Free with Admission or Membership
Introduction to Penjing - A Presentation by Zach Stanley
2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday April 6|Free with Admission or Membership
Penjing Exhibit Tours
11 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sundays, April 7, 14, and 28|Free with Admission or Membership
Repotting Demonstration by Lee Cheatle
2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday April 13|Free with Admission or Membership
Developing a Penjing Passion - A Presentation by Ellen Bartholemew and Michael Babbit
2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday April 20|Free with Admission or Membership
Slanted Trunks - The Story of Penjing - A Curator Tour by Josie Losh.
1 p.m. - 2 p.m., Sunday April 21|Member-only Event
Bamboo Landscape Creation Workshop - A Workshop by Zach Stanley
3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sunday April 21|Member-only Event
Forest Penjing Talk - A Presentation by Zach Stanley
2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday April 27|Free with Admission or Membership
For as little as $60 a year enjoy unlimited visits to Lan Su, 10% off at the Garden Shop and Garden Teahouse (exclusions apply) and member pricing on special events like Lunar New Year Lantern Viewing Evenings.
Discover what's currently in bloom at Lan Su by picking up a copy of Lan Su's most recent Bloom Guide at the door or download your copy now. Featuring 16 of the most fragrant or most beautiful plants in the garden, the Plant Guide is your window into Lan Su's horticultural landscape.
Plant Guides by Season:
Spring Plant Guide — Download your copy now (PDF, 6.3 KB)
Summer Plant Guide — Download your copy now (PDF, 951 KB)
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239 Northwest Everett Street, Portland, Oregon 97209
Call Us: 503.228.8131
Lan Su Chinese Garden
38 NW Davis St #260, Portland, OR 97209
Members, donors and visitors help keep Lan Su healthy and growing. Lan Su is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and all donations and memberships are tax deductible. Lan Su’s Federal Tax ID number (EIN) is 93-1296840.