What Products and Services Does Eagle Creek Bonsai Offer?

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Eagle Creek Bonsai is a bonsai retailer and workshop provider based in Indianapolis, Indiana, selling trees, pre-bonsai, tools, pots, wire, soil, and supplies, along with suiseki stones and handmade daizas. It also runs monthly workshops from March through September and offers demonstrations, private lessons, and team building events. The main condition to know before planning a visit: the greenhouse and garden are open by appointment only, scheduled by phone.

Products

Based on the shop's own description of its inventory, the product range covers the core needs of bonsai growing:

  • Bonsai trees and pre-bonsai — both tropical and temperate species are listed as available, particularly in summer when the trees are moved out into the garden.
  • Tools and supplies — including pots, wire, and soil.
  • Suiseki — viewing stones, sold alongside the trees and supplies.
  • Daizas — the display stands for the suiseki are handmade by owner Scott Yelich.

The stated goal when the business opened in September 2009 was to provide quality bonsai, pre-bonsai, tools, pots, and supplies "at affordable prices." Note that no specific prices are published on the page, so cost needs to be confirmed directly.

Services and Events

Beyond retail, Eagle Creek Bonsai offers several ways to learn or work with the owner:

Service Details
Monthly workshops Held March through September, covering various tree species and bonsai styles
Private lessons Available on request
Demonstrations Available for groups or events
Speaking engagements Scott Yelich is available as a speaker
Team building events Offered as a group activity

The 2026 workshop schedule is posted on the Workshops page of the site.

Where to Find Them

  • Greenhouse and garden visits — by appointment only; call 317-471-7696 to schedule.
  • Booth appearances — the Eagle Creek Bonsai booth appears at local farmers' markets, local and regional bonsai shows, and craft shows.
  • Online — the site includes an online catalog, a tools and supplies section, a calendar, a pots and suiseki section, a gallery of show trees, and a shipping/policies page.

Who This Suits

This shop fits bonsai growers in or near Indianapolis who want a local source for trees and supplies, and who value hands-on instruction — the workshop and lesson offerings are a significant part of what's available. Because visits require an appointment and prices aren't listed online, it's worth calling ahead to confirm stock, current pricing, and scheduling before making a trip.