Get Ready to Bid“The Finishing Touch” Online Auction
Raising funds to update the Garden’s Resource Center

December 2022

Tsuru Soars
Friends of the Gresham Japanese Garden Newsletters3-nihWhat is an Online Auction?

Bidding starts Dec 4th at 8am
and ends Dec 7th at 8pm• One week vacation at oceanfront studio in Port Orchard• Aesthetic pruning of a specimen tree
• Wine tasting for 8 with Sommelier in the Garden• A pre-packaged landscape and design consultation• Two tickets to the Oregon Symphony in spectacular seats• Homemade desserts for a year
• Handcrafted birdhouse• Live-edge Sycamore maple bench• “Never been stepped on” Persian rug• Blazer tickets• 4’ Pinus thunberghii

With an “Online Auction”, you look at
the images and read the descriptions
on the auction’s webpage(auctria.events/GJG.)
If you are interested in bidding on
the item, you place a bid from the
comfort of your home or anywhere
you happen to be. You will receive
a confirmation of your bid and will
be notified if someone outbids you
by text or email to give you theopportunity to bid again. You will not
be asked for your credit card payment
until the very end, and only if you won
an item. “Buy it Now” (at ~1.5x thevalue) means no one can outbid you
and the item is yours.

Community sponsors
investing in us

by Mary Dickson

W• And many, many more!

Auction website
auctria.events/GJG
CHRISTINA PRICE

Volunteer Newsletter Editors: Sue Hughes, Mary Taylor and Mary Dickson. Photos by Bill Peterson.

A Time to Have Funhile Americans spend DecemYou have to makeber frantically getting readyyour reservation atfor Christmas, the focus is
KFC six weeks before
different in Japan. Since only about one
Christmas to get thepercent of Japanese are Christians, the“party barrel.” Here’s
religious aspect of Christmas is pretty
Colonel Sanders
foreign. However, Japan has several
himself, reminding you to make yourinteresting December customs.
reservations to pick up your dinner.
December 24 is the most romantic
Another Japaneseholiday in Japan, when couples go on
tradition is to havedates and exchange presents, sort of thea special Christmas
Japanese equivalent of Valentine’s Day.
cake, beautifully
In 1974, Kentucky Fried Chicken indecorated.
troduced the idea of families getting
One of the most
together and sharing a chicken dinner.
beautiful December traditions through-

PHOTOGRAPHER’S VIEW

Fall colors and chill
Surrounding the garden bridge
Winter soon to comeout Japan is called“White Illumination,”where colorful lights
fill public spaces.
Of course, much of
December is spent
getting ready for the most important
holiday in Japan, New Year’s.

Aesthetic Pruning Training Program ScheduleG

JG is thrilled to announce its Pruning Program taught by professional aesthetic pruners. The pruning courses aredesigned for gardeners and landscape professionals interested in pruning for the health of a plant and for theaesthetics of the landscape, while advancing their pruning and plant knowledge and skills. Each course focuses on
different aspects of pruning in regards to various plant materials.
The winter pruning training program includes three courses taught on Zoom with one-hour recaps held at Tsuru Island. Afterthe courses and recaps, there will be an all-day hands-on workshop for 12 people who have completed the courses.
The all-day workshop is a hands-on training with Francheska Snyder and her assistant. You must take all three winter pruning
courses to participate in the all-day workshop. The course recaps are not mandatory to participate in the workshop. Maximum
participation is 12 students for the workshop portion.

COSTS
Pruning Course (Zoom): $45 ea. | Course Recap (onsite): $20 ea. | All-day Workshop (onsite): $100
Register and Pay at: https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/happenings/pruning-program/Fundamentals of Pruning via Zoom: Thursday, February 9th, 6-8pm
In the Fundamentals of Pruning course students will cover more than just how to make cuts and shape plants within thelandscape. Topics discussed will range from why we prune, what tools should be used, and even some basic plant biology—
all of which form the foundation and provide the necessary background knowledge needed to prune woody plants correctly.
After covering these synergistic topics, the instructor will discuss how to approach a variety of plants found in landscapes.

Fundamentals of Pruning Course Recap Onsite: Saturday, February 11th, 12:30-1:30pm
This is an optional one-hour Course Recap to the Fundamentals of Pruning course.
LINCOLN PROUD, INSTRUCTOR: See website for bio.

Introduction to Aesthetic Pruning Approach: March 9th, Thursday 6-8pm
Learn to apply the aesthetic pruning approach to trees and shrubs in your garden, including how to assess your tree, identify
the role it will play in your garden, and develop a pruning plan to achieve your goals.

Introduction to Aesthetic Pruning Approach Course Recap: Saturday, March 11th, 12:30-1:30pm
This is an optional one-hour Course Recap to the Introduction to Aesthetic Pruning Approach course.
MARYANN LEWIS, INSTRUCTOR: See website for bio.

Assessing and Pruning in an Overgrown Landscape: April 13th, Thursday 6-8pm
Managing an overgrown landscape can be overwhelming. How do you even start? Learn ways to gracefully bring yourlandscape back into a scaled composition.

Assessing and Pruning in an Overgrown Landscape Course Recap: Sat., April 15th, 12:30-1:30pm
This is an optional one-hour Course Recap to the Assessing and Pruning in an Overgrown Landscape course.
FRANCHESKA SNYDER, INSTRUCTOR: See website for bio.

Pruning Workshop
In addition to the Zoom classes and onsite Recaps, GJG is offering a hands-on all-day workshop in May. The workshop will belimited to 12 participants with two instructors for an optimal learning experience.

https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/happenings/pruning-program/

East County’s Hidden Treasureby Mary Marrs

For forty years, the couple has put
out the other way toward the sun.” They
their own hard work and sweat intoknow that it may naturally bend back,their 4-acre farm of over 2000 trees.
creating a unique and expressive curve
Using their ornamental horticulture and in its trunk. They also don’t waste theaesthetic pruning training, they cultivate tree’s energy and force it in a direction
conifers and deciduous trees in theirit doesn’t want to go. With their skills,
natural “cloud pruning” style. Different
artist’s eye, and patience, they coax out
from bonsai which refers to plants
the tree’s character of maturity, creatinggrown in containers and traditionally
the impression that it’s larger and older
less than 4-feet tall, niwaki are “garden
than it actually is.
trees” which are manipulated while inSome say that the Dufala’s talent is
the ground.
a dying art, which is why those who
Initially interested in bonsai, thehave trained with them feel lucky.
Dufala’s found it easier to cultivate trees Tom and Laura say they really enjoy
Laura and Tom Dufala, Bentwood Tree Farm
while growing in the ground. They have teaching aesthetic pruning, sharing theirell-known in the tree nursery a knack for bringing out features such as expertise, and meeting a lot of amazing
gnarled trunks, outstretched branches, people along the way. Laura said that
community and sought out
and rounded cloud-like canopies. Laura, for her, aesthetic pruning is the way
for their niwaki-style trees,
who always had an eye for pruning and she experiences nature, plants, and the
Tom and Laura Dufala say it’s theirrelationships with others that mean the unique plant structure, said her mother people who “get it” and understand what
they do and how they do it.
most to them. And from their Bentwood took her to the Portland Japanese
Garden when she was young and they
Tree Farm in Boring, Oregon, they are“Sharing our craft with others is
glad to connect people to the beauty of fell in love with the garden’s aesthetic
what’s important to us.”design. At home, they practiced pruning
nature with their trees.
And Tom and Laura have a heart for
Through their volunteering, donation of the trees in their own yard.
those who experience something special
trees, hands-on teaching, along with the But niwaki is more than pruning. The
when working with plants. They’vesale of their distinctive trees throughout duo say they look at the tree’s energy
witnessed this in the adults in custody
the US, they’ve helped many appreciate as it comes out of the ground andenhance its character, uniqueness, and who built and maintain the Healing
the restorative power of nature.
Garden. They’ve seen the men embrace
This is most evident at the Oregon State asymmetry by bending and twisting it
the simplicity of nature, and be moved byusing bamboo canes. Sometimes they
Penitentiary in Salem, where Tom andthe connection they feel to the trees. Tom
use wire and twine to guide the trunk
Laura are involved with the Healing
and branches. Laura calls it ‘dancing with said that when he and Laura first became
Garden, the on-site Japanese garden
involved with the prison garden, theybuilt by the adults in custody. Assisting the tree’.
never imagined the impact their trees
Pruning helps the tree in its natural
renowned garden designer Hoichi
would have on the men.
progression toward maturity, and Tom
Kurisu, the Dufala’s not only donatedand Laura use their artistry to accentuate Their impact in the community
over two dozen trees, but volunteer
several times a year, teaching the adults motion and drama in their trees. They’re continues. The couple donated a 4-footPinus thunbergii or Japanese black pinemodest when saying they just see thein custody how to prune and maintainto the Gresham Japanese Garden forplant’s natural beauty, that the tree
the plants.
their auction (see next page). They also
speaks to them, and they just help it.
“It’s been the most fulfilling experience,”
After many years, they understand how donated a fourteen-year-old, 8-foot Pinus
Tom said with a smile. He commends the
thunbergii for the Garden’s Kyodo Garden.
different trees respond and how their
men who put in the hours and sweat toAgain, Tom and Laura Dufala arebuild the garden and raised all the needed simple actions can create long-lastingshowing us what’s important to them:effects in the tree over time.
funds. He added that the men take careconnecting with others through their“We bend a branch one way,” Tom says,of every plant, every day, and says it’sskill, artistry, and love of nature.
“knowing that it may want to stretch
probably the nicest garden in the state.

WAesthetic Pruning Training Program ScheduleG

JG is thrilled to announce its Pruning Program taught by professional aesthetic pruners. The pruning courses aredesigned for gardeners and landscape professionals interested in pruning for the health of a plant and for theaesthetics of the landscape, while advancing their pruning and plant knowledge and skills. Each course focuses on
different aspects of pruning in regards to various plant materials.
The winter pruning training program includes three courses taught on Zoom with one-hour recaps held at Tsuru Island. Afterthe courses and recaps, there will be an all-day hands-on workshop for 12 people who have completed the courses.
The all-day workshop is a hands-on training with Francheska Snyder and her assistant. You must take all three winter pruning
courses to participate in the all-day workshop. The course recaps are not mandatory to participate in the workshop. Maximum
participation is 12 students for the workshop portion.

COSTS
Pruning Course (Zoom): $45 ea. | Course Recap (onsite): $20 ea. | All-day Workshop (onsite): $100
Register and Pay at: https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/happenings/pruning-program/Fundamentals of Pruning via Zoom: Thursday, February 9th, 6-8pm
In the Fundamentals of Pruning course students will cover more than just how to make cuts and shape plants within thelandscape. Topics discussed will range from why we prune, what tools should be used, and even some basic plant biology—
all of which form the foundation and provide the necessary background knowledge needed to prune woody plants correctly.
After covering these synergistic topics, the instructor will discuss how to approach a variety of plants found in landscapes.

Fundamentals of Pruning Course Recap Onsite: Saturday, February 11th, 12:30-1:30pm
This is an optional one-hour Course Recap to the Fundamentals of Pruning course.
LINCOLN PROUD, INSTRUCTOR: See website for bio.

Introduction to Aesthetic Pruning Approach: March 9th, Thursday 6-8pm
Learn to apply the aesthetic pruning approach to trees and shrubs in your garden, including how to assess your tree, identify
the role it will play in your garden, and develop a pruning plan to achieve your goals.

Introduction to Aesthetic Pruning Approach Course Recap: Saturday, March 11th, 12:30-1:30pm
This is an optional one-hour Course Recap to the Introduction to Aesthetic Pruning Approach course.
MARYANN LEWIS, INSTRUCTOR: See website for bio.

Assessing and Pruning in an Overgrown Landscape: April 13th, Thursday 6-8pm
Managing an overgrown landscape can be overwhelming. How do you even start? Learn ways to gracefully bring yourlandscape back into a scaled composition.

Assessing and Pruning in an Overgrown Landscape Course Recap: Sat., April 15th, 12:30-1:30pm
This is an optional one-hour Course Recap to the Assessing and Pruning in an Overgrown Landscape course.
FRANCHESKA SNYDER, INSTRUCTOR: See website for bio.

Pruning Workshop
In addition to the Zoom classes and onsite Recaps, GJG is offering a hands-on all-day workshop in May. The workshop will belimited to 12 participants with two instructors for an optimal learning experience.

https://www.greshamjapanesegarden.org/happenings/pruning-program/

East County’s Hidden Treasureby Mary Marrs

For forty years, the couple has put
out the other way toward the sun.” They
their own hard work and sweat intoknow that it may naturally bend back,their 4-acre farm of over 2000 trees.
creating a unique and expressive curve
Using their ornamental horticulture and in its trunk. They also don’t waste theaesthetic pruning training, they cultivate tree’s energy and force it in a direction
conifers and deciduous trees in theirit doesn’t want to go. With their skills,
natural “cloud pruning” style. Different
artist’s eye, and patience, they coax out
from bonsai which refers to plants
the tree’s character of maturity, creatinggrown in containers and traditionally
the impression that it’s larger and older
less than 4-feet tall, niwaki are “garden
than it actually is.
trees” which are manipulated while inSome say that the Dufala’s talent is
the ground.
a dying art, which is why those who
Initially interested in bonsai, thehave trained with them feel lucky.
Dufala’s found it easier to cultivate trees Tom and Laura say they really enjoy
Laura and Tom Dufala, Bentwood Tree Farm
while growing in the ground. They have teaching aesthetic pruning, sharing theirell-known in the tree nursery a knack for bringing out features such as expertise, and meeting a lot of amazing
gnarled trunks, outstretched branches, people along the way. Laura said that
community and sought out
and rounded cloud-like canopies. Laura, for her, aesthetic pruning is the way
for their niwaki-style trees,
who always had an eye for pruning and she experiences nature, plants, and the
Tom and Laura Dufala say it’s theirrelationships with others that mean the unique plant structure, said her mother people who “get it” and understand what
they do and how they do it.
most to them. And from their Bentwood took her to the Portland Japanese
Garden when she was young and they
Tree Farm in Boring, Oregon, they are“Sharing our craft with others is
glad to connect people to the beauty of fell in love with the garden’s aesthetic
what’s important to us.”design. At home, they practiced pruning
nature with their trees.
And Tom and Laura have a heart for
Through their volunteering, donation of the trees in their own yard.
those who experience something special
trees, hands-on teaching, along with the But niwaki is more than pruning. The
when working with plants. They’vesale of their distinctive trees throughout duo say they look at the tree’s energy
witnessed this in the adults in custody
the US, they’ve helped many appreciate as it comes out of the ground andenhance its character, uniqueness, and who built and maintain the Healing
the restorative power of nature.
Garden. They’ve seen the men embrace
This is most evident at the Oregon State asymmetry by bending and twisting it
the simplicity of nature, and be moved byusing bamboo canes. Sometimes they
Penitentiary in Salem, where Tom andthe connection they feel to the trees. Tom
use wire and twine to guide the trunk
Laura are involved with the Healing
and branches. Laura calls it ‘dancing with said that when he and Laura first became
Garden, the on-site Japanese garden
involved with the prison garden, theybuilt by the adults in custody. Assisting the tree’.
never imagined the impact their trees
Pruning helps the tree in its natural
renowned garden designer Hoichi
would have on the men.
progression toward maturity, and Tom
Kurisu, the Dufala’s not only donatedand Laura use their artistry to accentuate Their impact in the community
over two dozen trees, but volunteer
several times a year, teaching the adults motion and drama in their trees. They’re continues. The couple donated a 4-footPinus thunbergii or Japanese black pinemodest when saying they just see thein custody how to prune and maintainto the Gresham Japanese Garden forplant’s natural beauty, that the tree
the plants.
their auction (see next page). They also
speaks to them, and they just help it.
“It’s been the most fulfilling experience,”
After many years, they understand how donated a fourteen-year-old, 8-foot Pinus
Tom said with a smile. He commends the
thunbergii for the Garden’s Kyodo Garden.
different trees respond and how their
men who put in the hours and sweat toAgain, Tom and Laura Dufala arebuild the garden and raised all the needed simple actions can create long-lastingshowing us what’s important to them:effects in the tree over time.
funds. He added that the men take careconnecting with others through their“We bend a branch one way,” Tom says,of every plant, every day, and says it’sskill, artistry, and love of nature.
“knowing that it may want to stretch
probably the nicest garden in the state.

WGet Ready to Bid“The Finishing Touch” Online Auction
Raising funds to update the Garden’s Resource Center

December 2022

Tsuru Soars
Friends of the Gresham Japanese Garden Newsletters3-nihWhat is an Online Auction?

Bidding starts Dec 4th at 8am
and ends Dec 7th at 8pm• One week vacation at oceanfront studio in Port Orchard• Aesthetic pruning of a specimen tree
• Wine tasting for 8 with Sommelier in the Garden• A pre-packaged landscape and design consultation• Two tickets to the Oregon Symphony in spectacular seats• Homemade desserts for a year
• Handcrafted birdhouse• Live-edge Sycamore maple bench• “Never been stepped on” Persian rug• Blazer tickets• 4’ Pinus thunberghii

With an “Online Auction”, you look at
the images and read the descriptions
on the auction’s webpage(auctria.events/GJG.)
If you are interested in bidding on
the item, you place a bid from the
comfort of your home or anywhere
you happen to be. You will receive
a confirmation of your bid and will
be notified if someone outbids you
by text or email to give you theopportunity to bid again. You will not
be asked for your credit card payment
until the very end, and only if you won
an item. “Buy it Now” (at ~1.5x thevalue) means no one can outbid you
and the item is yours.

Community sponsors
investing in us

by Mary Dickson

W• And many, many more!

Auction website
auctria.events/GJG
CHRISTINA PRICE

Volunteer Newsletter Editors: Sue Hughes, Mary Taylor and Mary Dickson. Photos by Bill Peterson.

A Time to Have Funhile Americans spend DecemYou have to makeber frantically getting readyyour reservation atfor Christmas, the focus is
KFC six weeks before
different in Japan. Since only about one
Christmas to get thepercent of Japanese are Christians, the“party barrel.” Here’s
religious aspect of Christmas is pretty
Colonel Sanders
foreign. However, Japan has several
himself, reminding you to make yourinteresting December customs.
reservations to pick up your dinner.
December 24 is the most romantic
Another Japaneseholiday in Japan, when couples go on
tradition is to havedates and exchange presents, sort of thea special Christmas
Japanese equivalent of Valentine’s Day.
cake, beautifully
In 1974, Kentucky Fried Chicken indecorated.
troduced the idea of families getting
One of the most
together and sharing a chicken dinner.
beautiful December traditions through-

PHOTOGRAPHER’S VIEW

Fall colors and chill
Surrounding the garden bridge
Winter soon to comeout Japan is called“White Illumination,”where colorful lights
fill public spaces.
Of course, much of
December is spent
getting ready for the most important
holiday in Japan, New Year’s.