Resumen
The ancient Japanese art of bonsai is both one of the most challenging of all horticultural techniques and a highly creative, fulfilling pastime. This book tells you all you need to know to get started in bonsai, from buying garden centre plants to growing your own from seed, cuttings or garden shrubs. This detailed and comprehensive step-by-step guide covers all aspects of growing, maintaining and displaying bonsai trees. A fascinating history and basic grounding in the art is followed by detailed tuition in the key techniques, with clear step-by-step illustrated instruction. A section is devoted to all the classic bonsai styles and how to create them, plus advice on buying bonsai, tools and equipment, care and maintenance throughout the year and how to deal with pests and diseases. This book is the ideal introduction to bonsai and will serve as an invaluable companion as you gradually come to understand and perfect his ancient art.<
