Bonsai, Complete Practical Book of (Hardcover)

Ken Norman

ISBN 10: 0754834859 / ISBN 13: 9780754834854

Published by Anness Publishing, London, 2019

About this Item

Hardcover. Bonsai, an ancient tradition with its origins in China, was developed as a fine art form in Japan. It is a fascinating `living art' that captures the beauty and strength of trees and shrubs in miniature. The ancient art of creating perfectly formed miniature trees is clearly explained in this practical book. An expert introduction describes the best trees and shrubs to use and the importance of bonsai size, proportion and aesthetics. The art of displaying your bonsai is also examined, with advice on pots and containers, accessories and stands. Practical guidance is given on basic bonsai techniques, such as defoliating and wiring, and special how-to sequences show how to design 15 classic bonsai shapes from formal and informal upright to slanting and windswept. An invaluable visual directory of over 40 of the most suitable bonsai plants, as well as advice on seasonal care and maintenance, completes this stunning manual. Written by one of the foremost bonsai specialists, the book features both portraits of excellent bonsai specimens and practical step-by-step sequences. A detailed and newly updated classic manual on bonsai, which trees to choose, and how to train and display them, with projects and examples. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Bonsai, Complete Practical Book of (Hardcover)
• Publisher: Anness Publishing, London
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0754834859
• ISBN 13: 9780754834854
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

THE COMPLETE PRACTICAL BOOK OF BONSAI

The essential guide to the selection, cultivation and presentation of miniature trees and shrubs, with over 800 photographs

The ancient art of creating perfectly formed miniature trees is clearly explained in this practical book.

An expert introduction describes the best trees and shrubs to use and the importance of bonsai size, proportion and aesthetics.

The art of displaying your bonsai is also examined, with advice on pots and containers, accessories and stands.

Guidance is given on basic bonsai techniques, such as defoliating and wiring, and special how-to sequences show how to design 15 classic bonsai shapes from formal and informal upright to slanting and windswept.

An invaluable visual directory of over 40 of the most suitable bonsai plants, as well as advice on seasonal care and maintenance, completes this informative manual.

Written by one of the foremost bonsai specialists, the book features both portraits of excellent bonsai specimens and step-by-step sequences.

About the Author

Ken Normanhas been growing bonsai for over 40 years, and with his wife Ann has been awarded six Gold Medals at the world-famous Chelsea Flower Show. A highly respected bonsai artist, Ken lectures on and demonstrates the art of bonsai all over the UK.