The Creative Art of Bonsai

by RemySamson (Author), IsabelleSamson (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2000

  $3.25

  'The Creative Art of Bonsai' gives a detailed insight into the world of Japanese miniature trees, with advice on their cultivation. Split into two sections, the book covers general principles of growing bonsai as well as a description of all the species that lend themselves to the art. Information is given on more than 70 species of bonsai, from the common outdoor varieties to the rarer 'tropical' species grown indoors. Learn how to choose, train and care for your bonsai, as well as cope with pests and diseases.

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  Paperback
  1991

  $3.25

  This comprehensive treatise explains how to grow and care for bonsai. Species of bonsai available in Europe are discussed, from the more common outdoor varieties to the rarer, tropical , species (grown indoors), in which Remy Samson specializes. The book comprises two main parts. The first part discusses the general principles of the subject, covering such topics as the classification of bonsai, the various styles, propagation and caring for the trees. Part two, the major part of the book, comprises a selection of over 60 species of trees suitable for training as bonsai, being subdivided into outdoor and indoor bonsai.

• Used

  Hardcover
  1986

  $3.25