Complete Starter Guide to Bonsai
Language: English
Published by Creative Homeowner Press,U.S., US, 2024
- Softcover
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Creating bonsai, an ancient art form that encourages meditation and contemplation, can be an intimidating art to start because of its intricate and precise nature. But David Squire's new book is a gentle but complete beginner's guide to the craft. Starting with the definition of what bonsai is, the author discusses the spirit and aesthetics of creating bonsai then continues with the materials needed, including the right species of tree to get--how to prune, pinch, water, feed and display your piece. The book also includes chapters on indoor bonsai species, outdoor bonsai species and how to deal with pests and diseases, then concludes with a beautiful gallery of bonsai trees. Feel calmer and more focused by learning how to raise bonsai trees.
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- Title
- Complete Starter Guide to Bonsai
- Author
- David Squire
- Publisher
- Creative Homeowner Press,U.S., US
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1580116094
- ISBN 13
- 9781580116091
- Item weight
- 272 grams
The complete beginner's guide to bonsai!
- Easy to understand information to help total beginners get started in the art of raising bonsai trees
- How to start from seed or seedlings, potting, pruning, pinching, wiring, watering, and more
- Pests and diseases and how to prevent and treat them, for both indoor and outdoor bonsai species
- Inspiring gallery showcasing amazing bonsai grown by today's leading bonsai artists and influencers, plus tips for creating your own displays
- Author David Squire has a lifetime of experience with plants, having studied botany and gardening at the Hertfordshire College of Horticulture and the Royal Horticultural Society's Garden at Wisley, Surrey, and written more than 80 books on the subject
Bonsai is beautiful but can be intimidating to start because of its intricate and precise nature. This comprehensive book is the gentle but complete beginner's guide you need to get started in the art!
Starting with the definition of bonsai, inside this book the author discusses the spirit and aesthetics of creating bonsai, then continues with information on the materials you'll need, including the right species of tree to get, plus how to prune, pinch, water, feed, and display your piece. Also included are chapters on indoor bonsai species, outdoor bonsai species, and how to deal with pests and diseases. Finally, you'll find a beautiful gallery of bonsai trees grown by today's leading bonsai artists and influencers to inspire your own creativity.
Bonsai plants are perfect for any home, especially in small spaces that other houseplants would overwhelm. A meditative activity, interacting with bonsai plants on a physical, mental, and emotional level can help improve the quality of your life.
Fill your home with beauty and feel calmer and more focused by learning an ancient art form that encourages meditation and contemplation, with Complete Starter Guide to Bonsai for Beginners!
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