Beginning Bonsai

Author : Larry Student,Shirley Student
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 59 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2011-12-20
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781462903108

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Beginning Bonsai by Larry Student,Shirley Student Pdf

Learn to grow and care for decorative bonsai trees with this user-friendly Japanese gardening book. For those with no bonsai tree growing experience, Beginning Bonsai: The Gentle Art of Miniature Tree Growing covers everything from buying the first plant for beginning bonsai to creating a miniature landscape of rocks, grasses and trees. Authors Larry and Shirley Student describe different bonsai styles, list important tools, explain pruning and pinching and introduce procedures like defoliation. They cover all aspects of how to cultivate these miniature trees, anticipating common problems and offering practical bonsai advice gained from years of working with plants. Bonsai gardening topics include: Bonsai from different sources Choosing a bonsai site Essential techniques and materials Forests, groves, and Saikei Care of bonsai: a five-point program Root pruning and repotting Seasonal Changes Advanced Techniques Varieties of Bonsai Trees The clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs ensure that even the most inexperienced gardener will be able to start creating beautiful bonsai in no time. Despite being small, bonsai are not delicate--they are strong, hardy trees and creating them is a rewarding and inexpensive hobby that anyone can take up--even without an effortless green thumb.

Author : Pat Lucke Morris,Sigrun Wolff Saphire
Publisher : Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781889538426

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Growing Bonsai Indoors by Pat Lucke Morris,Sigrun Wolff Saphire Pdf

Tailored to the needs of first-time bonsai growers, this hands-on guide explains step-by-step how to make indoor bonsai flourish. You'll find a thorough overview of the most common bonsai styles - fully illustrated with color photos and line drawings - along with advice on wiring and pruning from renowned experts. This handy guide also serves as a helpful reference for buying bonsai and connecting with other enthusiasts locally and around the world.--COVER.

Author : Masakuni Kawasumi II,Masakuni Kawasumi III
Publisher : Kodansha International
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Bonsai
ISBN : 4770029438

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The Secret Techniques of Bonsai by Masakuni Kawasumi II,Masakuni Kawasumi III Pdf

Provides detailed information about growing bonsai from seedlings or beginner plants and advice on shaping, pruning, training, grafting and re-potting trees. This book shows gardeners how to improvise with any readily-accessible bonsai tools, as well as gardening or even simple workshop tools. Japan's leading bonsai experts offer not only the basics for creating perfect bonsai, but also secret techniques the family has developed over generations of careful work and observation.

Author : Werner Busch
Publisher : Cassell
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2005-02-01
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1844033503

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Indoor Bonsai for Beginners by Werner Busch Pdf

Creating beautiful, healthy bonsai is a wonderful skill that anyone can learn, with a little time, patience, and this all-inclusive manual. With color photos and drawings to illustrate the points, it introduces all the cultivation techniques; offers expert advice on location, soil types, watering, and pest control; and provides intricate instruction on training the bonsai--including pruning, wiring and stretching it. An A-to-Z guide of all the popular species showcases varieties that range from a flowering Camellia Japonica, with its beautiful smooth stem, to an easy-to-care for Olive tree. Each entry gives some background on the plant, and includes suggestions for acquiring the bonsai and directions on how to position it in the room for best results.

Author : Harry Tomlinson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Bonsai
ISBN : 0868244112

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The Complete Book of Bonsai by Harry Tomlinson Pdf

Author : Yukio Hirose
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-04-21
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781462921669

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The Ultimate Bonsai Handbook by Yukio Hirose Pdf

Written by one of Japan's foremost experts, The Ultimate Bonsai Handbook provides a complete overview of every aspect of bonsai gardening. Over 1,000 photos demonstrate each step involved in raising and caring for 70 types of bonsai, supporting the book's "learn by imitation and observation" approach. This detailed book will serve as a timeless reference to cultivating pines, maples, flowering and fruit bearing trees and many other varieties. This practical, comprehensive bonsai guide includes information about: Types of bonsai and how to choose them Basic tree shapes and how to display them Tools, soils, and containers Transplanting, root trimming, watering and fertilizing Propagation, pruning, wiring and support And much more!

Author : Bonsai Sekai Magazine,
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-10-19
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781462921935

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Introduction to Bonsai by Bonsai Sekai Magazine, Pdf

Go beneath the soil with this hand-drawn guide! This book is sure to become your go-to reference for all things bonsai. Beautifully illustrated with details and views a camera simply can't show, Introduction to Bonsai offers a unique and insightful look at these mini ecosystems. This complete guide contains all the information you need to create and maintain your own bonsai: Handy monthly bonsai maintenance schedules detail proper watering, pruning, wiring, transplanting and other upkeep activities throughout the year Leaves, fruits, flowers, and processes are presented up-close to help make growing and upkeep as successful and simple as possible Diagrams show where, how much, and in what direction pruning, wiring, watering and other maintenance should be performed Clear, detailed illustrations of every part of the bonsai ensure that you'll see everything you need to see, exactly as you need to see it--making this a great resource for collectors and enthusiasts at all levels Learn the specific ways to care for more than 40 types of popular bonsai trees, including: Flowering Bonsai--cherry blossom, dogwood, azalea and lilac Fruiting Bonsai--crab apple, persimmon, Chinese quince and burning bush Coniferous and Deciduous Bonsai--maple, Japanese beech, black pine and salt cedar Prepared by the editors of Japan's popular Bonsai Sekai (Bonsai World) magazine,this handbook is designed to make care and maintenance easy for bonsai beginners--from seeds to root systems and from basic watering to your first transplant.

Author : J. D. Rockefeller
Publisher : J.D. Rockefeller
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-27
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781523725434

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A Beginner's Guide to Bonsai by J. D. Rockefeller Pdf

Growing a bonsai tree has been a fascination for years. But lately, with the limited space available for most people, especially in the cities, bonsai has really become quite a craze all over the world. The beauty of a bonsai tree is that it can be placed anywhere in your house, in your living room or in your porch. It doesn't take much space. Aesthetically, it looks great and goes with any kind of home décor. It can be grown in any container and placed anywhere to add that natural touch to the place. But does it require no care? That's not true because just like your regular trees, a bonsai also requires proper care, fertilization and watering. In fact, if you take good care of your miniature tree, it can survive for hundreds of years! Most people also think that only special varieties can be a bonsai tree. That's also not true. Any of your regular tree varieties can be turned into a miniature version with proper techniques. But where do you start? That's a good question, especially for someone who is just starting out, but has no idea about bonsais. This guide is perfect for the beginner who wants to get a good idea of where and how to start with a bonsai. So, let's get started and fill your home and office desk with these miniature trees!

Author : Peter Chan
Publisher : Mitchell Beazley
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2018-01-02
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 178472369X

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The Bonsai Beginner's Bible by Peter Chan Pdf

The Japanese and Chinese have been creating bonsai trees for centuries and it is now an internationally popular pastime. This compact and stylish guide will provide everything you need to know to grow bonsai successfully, including shaping with wires, watering, seasonal maintenance, tackling common ailments, choosing the right container, feeding and repotting. A directory of over 180 of the most popular species, illustrated with beautiful photographs, will enable you to find the tree that is right for you.

Author : Herb L. Gustafson
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0806905573

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The Bonsai Workshop by Herb L. Gustafson Pdf

Herb Gustafson is one of the world's leading authorities on bonsai growing. In Bonsai Workshop, he provides a step-by-step guide to dwarfing a tree, extensively illustrated with colour photographs and line drawings.

Author : Akira Takahashi
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2019-07-27
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 173337051X

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Bonsai by Akira Takahashi Pdf

If you want to master the ancient craft and science of growing artistic bonsai trees as a hobby and discover the joys of the "living art" then keep reading... Have you ever seen an artistically grown bonsai tree and wondered if you can do that for yourself? Do you want to finally embrace a wholesome hobby that is therapeutic and will help you learn the art of being patient without overexerting yourself? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then read on... The practice of growing bonsai trees, which originated in the Orient over a thousand years ago, has made its way down to the modern world relatively untouched. With the practice of growing bonsai having benefits like being therapeutic and a great stress reliever, purifying the air in your home or living space, leaving you with a sense of accomplishment amongst other benefits, it's easy to see why the practice isn't going to die out anytime soon. In this comprehensive guide, you're going to be handed all the instruction and techniques you need to successfully grow a bonsai tree without fuss. With tips ranging from selecting your bonsai and caring for them, you'll become an expert in growing bonsai tree in no time. Here's what you're going to discover in this guide: The intriguing history of the practice of growing bonsai that will probably blow your mind Types of bonsai trees and how to figure out which specimen that's best for you or your next bonsai project How to select the right placement for your bonsai tree depending on the type of bonsai tree, the season and your personal preferences The simple 5-step guideline to help you purchase the very best bonsai How to properly care for your bonsai: Soil basics, watering, re-potting and more How to shape and style your bonsai trees like a pro ...and tons more! Even if you've never grown a bonsai tree in your life, or you'd love to discover new tricks to help you make your bonsai tree healthy and look awesome, this guide is chock-full of information that will help you master the art of growing bonsai trees. Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to buy now!

Author : Richard Jeffery Wagner
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2023-02-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9798886045512

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Bonsai Hawaiian Style by Richard Jeffery Wagner Pdf

About the Book Bonsai Hawaiian Style is about creating bonsai with Hawaiian trees as well as with the classic bonsai species grown in Hawaii, and with a unique Hawaiian style that is of interest to bonsai practitioners all over the globe. The message is relevant because of the author's nearly 40 years of bonsai experience including teaching and leadership roles in bonsai clubs. This illustrated guide to bonsai in Hawaii uses Hawaiian trees as illustrative examples. Readers will be inspired to grow their own bonsai from Hawaiian trees both in Hawaii and around the world. About the Author Dr. Wagner obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 1979 after serving nine years in the United States Air Force as an electronics technician. Dr. Wagner was then employed by Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems at Space Park in Redondo Beach, California, from January 1980 until October 2010 when he retired and moved back to Hawaii. During his employment by Northrop Grumman, Dr. Wagner worked in spacecraft integration and testing on spacecraft programs such as DSP (Defense Support Program), TDRSS (tracking data relay satellite system), GRO (gamma ray observatory), Chandra (advanced X-ray astrophysical facility), and JWST (James Webb space telescope). He was I&T manager on project Redwood. Dr. Wagner returned to school on a Northrop Grumman Master's Fellowship, obtaining his master's degree in computer science from the University of Southern California (USC) in 1992. He went on to obtain his Ph.D. in robotics and artificial intelligence from USC in 1997. He taught computer science at USC as a Lecturer from spring of 1998 through spring of 2000. Dr. Wagner was a founding Co-Chairman of the Space Robotics Technical Committee of the Robotics and Automation Society of the IEEE. Dr. Wagner has been the President of his bonsai club in California, Dai Ichi Bonsai Kai, has been the President of the Torrance Democratic Club in California, has been a mentor for the high school competitive robotics team, Beach Cities Robotics (FRC 294), which won the FRC world championship in 2010, and is now a mentor for the Kalani High School robotics team (FRC 3008). Dr. Wagner is a member and past president of Rainbow Bonsai Club in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a member of the Hawaii Bonsai Association, and continues to be involved in other community service activities.

Author : Bonsai Empire
Publisher : Bonsai Empire
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2020-04-24
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9788892502826

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Bonsai by Bonsai Empire Pdf

How often do I need to water my Bonsai tree? Should I prune my tree? Although caring for a Bonsai tree is not nearly as difficult as most people believe, you need to learn about some basic techniques in order to keep your tree thriving. Our beginners guide contains all the essential information you need in order to succeed. It covers the basic techniques, well illustrated with over two hundred images, and explains everything you need to know in an understandable way. The book includes: - Over 200 stunning images - Over 100 pages - Explanations of the basic techniques and tools - Care guides on the 10 most popular tree species - Background on the history, definition and styles Bonsai Empire is the world's most visited Bonsai website and has provided beginners with quality information for over a decade. We have developed this guide to help you get a taste of this fascinating and living art, and hope you'll enjoy it as much as we do! Walter Pall: "Now here is the ultimate book to lead beginners. I am happy to have been able to contribute to this"

Author : Larry W Morton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0692521399

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Modern Bonsai Practice by Larry W Morton Pdf

The most current, useful information on growing Bonsai. Fresh, practical, definitive reference guide to the finest art of horticulture. Common sense bonsai answers separating myth from fact. Appropriate for everyone interested in the simplified science of growing miniature trees or landscape garden plants. Featuring Walter Pall Bonsai.

Author : Henry Marc Cathey
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Bonsai
ISBN : UIUC:30112020254527

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Growing Bonsai by Henry Marc Cathey Pdf