Bonsai Class in Apex, NC

Our beginner bonsai class in Apex, NC walks you through planting and shaping your first little tree, and you take it home the same night.

★★★★★ 5.0 across 9 Google reviews · Great for beginners · About 1 hour

Book the Bonsai Class Call (919) 446-6016

Holiday hours — studio closed

Glass Garden Studio will be closed on the following days. No classes, Plant Bingo, or DIY Terrarium Bar on these dates.

Sun Sep 6 & Mon Sep 7 · Labor Day
Thu Nov 26 – Sun Nov 29 · Thanksgiving
Thu Dec 24 – Sun Dec 27 · Christmas
Thu Dec 31 & Fri Jan 1 · New Year's

Bonsai class at Glass Garden Studio in Apex, NC

What bonsai is, and what you'll do

Bonsai is the art of growing a full tree in miniature. It looks fussy from the outside, but the first steps are simple, and that is exactly where this class starts.

At our studio table in Apex you plant your own little tree, learn the basics of shaping it, and get a feel for how to keep it healthy. You leave with a bonsai that has real character and is all yours.

What's included

Your own bonsai. Plant it, shape it, and take the tree home the same night.

All the materials. Tree, pot, soil, and tools are set out and ready to go.

Hands-on instruction. We teach the basics of styling and how to water and place it at home.

The details. $75 per person, about an hour, seats limited so you get real attention.

Who it's for

You do not need a green thumb or any bonsai background. This class is built for beginners who think bonsai looks cool and want a gentle, hands-on way in.

It also makes a great gift experience or a different kind of date night. Coming with a group? Book it as a private party or team building session and take the whole table.

How the class works

Reserve your seat online and choose a date. We hold a spot for you.

On class night, come in and settle in. We hand out the trees and materials, then guide the group through planting and shaping step by step.

You go home with your bonsai and the know-how to keep it alive. Come in, get your hands a little dirty, leave happy.

What our guests say

★★★★★

“The owner and staff are very pleasant and knowledgeable. The Bonsai class is great for beginners. We'll definitely be back soon.”

Anyfanga W. · Local Guide, Google

Bonsai class questions, answered

Is the bonsai class good for beginners?

Yes. Our bonsai class in Apex is built for first-timers. We keep the steps simple, show you how to plant and shape your tree, and stay right there to help. You do not need any experience with bonsai or plants to walk out with one you are proud of.

How much is the bonsai class and how long does it take?

The class is $75 per person and runs about an hour. That covers your tree, pot, soil, tools, and hands-on instruction. You take your finished bonsai home the same night, no extra purchase needed.

How do I care for a bonsai at home?

Bonsai care comes down to steady watering and the right light for your tree. We send you home knowing how often to water, where to place it, and the simple habits that keep a beginner tree healthy over time.

What kind of tree will I make?

You work with a beginner-friendly tree that takes well to shaping. We match you with something forgiving and show you how to style it, so your first bonsai has character without needing advanced technique.

Where is the class, and can I book it for a group?

It is at our shop in Apex, NC, in Peterson Station near Sunset Lake Road, a short drive from Cary, Holly Springs, and Raleigh. Any class can be booked as a private group for a birthday or team. See our private parties page for details.

Serving Apex, Holly Springs, and the south Triangle

We are on the Apex and Holly Springs line, and our class tables draw people from across the south side of the Triangle.

Apex. Your hometown studio. See everything we run on our plant classes in Apex page.

Holly Springs. Right across Sunset Lake Road, minutes away. Browse plant classes in Holly Springs.

Cary, Fuquay-Varina, and near Raleigh. An easy drive for an evening class. Want a different project? Try a kokedama class or a terrarium building class.