I picked this photo and the text below off of Bonsai Tonight. The same photo and info appears on Bay Island Bonsai’s site. If you are anywhere near the Bay Area, you might want to check the Exhibit out. Meanwhile, if you know anything about this remarkable tree, please let me know.
Bay Island Bonsai Exhibit and Auction at a new location with bigger facility
Hall of Commerce, Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton, 94566. Admission $ 5.00. Free Parking. Same great auction on Saturday, with preview at noon and auction at 1 PM. Guided tours of the exhibit both Saturday and Sunday. Bonsai sale and vendors both days. Benefit Drawing (need not be present to win) Hours: 10AM – 4PM Saturday and Sunday. For more information: (510) 865-1008 or boon@bonsaiboon.com