Welcome to the Iowa Bonsai Association's website. IBA was founded in 1979 to promote appreciation and development of bonsai. Meetings are held on the third Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. You may come and go as your time permits and work on trees or just socialize and observe. See the calendar page for details! We meet at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.
Join us! Members will enjoy a helpful, supportive atmosphere no matter what your experience level, opportunity to participate in workshops, bonsai shows and collecting trips, access to the association's library of books and a monthly newsletter. If you are interested in becoming a member or would like to get to know more about bonsai, please attend one of our meetings or contact us.
By jenjo on March 2, 2025
Welcome to the March newsletter! It felt like it was just yesterday that the February newsletter was sent out. We have a lot of exciting events coming up in the next two months – be sure to check out the details… MORE
MORE >>Posted in News & Misc, Newsletter Archive
By jenjo on February 4, 2025
Hello and welcome to 2025! I hope everyone had happy holidays! We’re ready to get back into bonsai – Spring will be here before we know it… MORE
MORE >>Posted in News & Misc, Newsletter Archive
By jenjo on November 4, 2024
Welcome to the November newsletter! Winter is coming, and so is the Reiman Gardens show as well as the IBA benefit auction. Be sure to check out the information below to get all the details about the show and over-wintering your trees… MORE
MORE >>Posted in News & Misc, Newsletter Archive
By jenjo on October 2, 2024
Welcome to the October 2024 newsletter! You may notice that things look a little bit different but we’re still bringing you the best Iowa bonsai news. My name is Allison Ivanovich, I am currently filling in for newsletter editor responsibilities. I have been a part of the Iowa Bonsai Association for approximately 2 years when […]
MORE >>Posted in News & Misc, Newsletter Archive
By jenjo on July 11, 2024
This is a hard editorial to write – I need to take a step back from my service to the bonsai community to allow for time and energy to address of pressing personal matters. I’m still around, but the Newsletter will not be produced until we can find someone willing and able to do layout. […]
MORE >>Posted in News & Misc, Newsletter Archive
By jenjo on June 10, 2024
In early March 2024 the Iowa Bonsai Association’s Board of Directors discussed the Iowa State Fair Bonsai Show and whether the Association should continue its involvement with the State Fair. The Iowa State Fair Show has some unique challenges for the Association and these were considered when making our decision. First, for the show to […]
MORE >>Posted in News & Misc, Newsletter Archive
Scott's House
Des Moines, IA