Basic Bonsai Techniques
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The Complete Book of Bonsai $23.82 Presenting a unique blend of information and ideas, The Complete Book of Bonsai is a comprehensive, practical guide to the traditions and artistic principles of growing and maintaining bonsai trees. Over 300 bonsai trees and shrubs are described, over 100 of them in an outstanding full-color photographic catalogue…. |
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Bonsai Basics – A Comprehensive Guide to Care and Cultivation: A Pyramid Paperback (Pyramid Gardening) $5.99 Tailored to meet the needs of the first time bonsai owner, this book is an extensive directory of every major bonsai type.Bonsai Basics explains in detail all the techniques needed to keep a bonsai alive and in good shape. Clear text and step-by-step illustrations ensure that even the most nervous newcomer can approach looking after bonsai with confidence. Filled with over 120 specially commis… |
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Bonsai Techniques I $25.00 … |
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Wire Bonsai Tree Sculpture Book $14.95 Complete step-by-step 76 page book with fully illustrated instructions on how to make your own tree sculptures. With clearly written, simple instructions, it will show you how to create wire and beaded trees from the beginning stages through completion. The book listd all the materials and tools needed with 78 drawings and photographs. After completing the basic techniques, you will be able to create 5 very different types of trees. |
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Willow Leaf Ficus Bonsai Tree – Shohin Style (ficus nerifolia/salicafolia) $89.95 What is Shohin bonsai? “Shohin” is the Japanese word for “a tiny thing.” The basic rules of Shohin bonsai demand that it may not be higher than 25cm (that’s 10 inches) when measured from the rim of the pot to the top of the tree. Most experts believe that you must be able to hold the Shohin bonsai in one hand and it must express the beauty of a large tree in miniature. The exact measure of the height of the tree is then less important. Also known as Mexicana Ficus. Elongated, light green leaves have a striking resemblance to the popular Weeping Willow tree. This tree does particularly well indoors in low, moderate or higher lighting conditions. |
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Bonsai Tools – Entire Set Set Includes 6 Tools $112.7 Set Includes 6 Tools A. – Satsuki Shears #1068.Made in China. Long narrow body which is great for trimming buds and reaching deep with minimum disturbance to the surrounding foliage. It’s finger rings are also well suited for smaller hands. 3/4″ blades, 7″ overall. $14.95 each. Buy separately. B. – Concave Branch Cutter #1070. (Beginner) This razor sharp tool is designed for cutting branches flush to the trunk. The resulting wound can then heal over quickly with very little scarring. Will keep a sharp edge indefinitely when properly used and cared for. The Concave Cutter is the single most important tool for bonsai use and for which there is no substitute. The 8″ version is considered the basic size. 8″ overall. Similar in appearance to above. Made in China. $23.95 each. Buy separately. C. – Bonsai Wire Cutters #1071. Made in China. These wire cutters are designed specifically for removing bonsai wire. Although enthusiasts new to bonsai sometimes substitute standard wire cutters, these are designed with a rounded head to prevent damage to the trunk and branches when removing wires. The jaws of the cutters cut the wire symmetrically and cleanly. Highly recommended for bonsai enthusiast. 7-3/4″ overall. $19.95 each. Buy separately. D. – Shears #1073. (Beginner) Made in China. Similar in appearance to above $19.95 each. Buy separately. E. – Spherical Knob Cutter #1445. Made in China. Designed to remove trunk knobs and roots. The head is shaped like a ball, hence the name “spherical.” It produces a hollow, circular cut that heals quickly with a minimum of scarring. 7″ long. $16.95. Buy separately. F. – Single Point Root Rake #1075 Used to separate small and medium sized capillary roots during transplanting and repotting. Has a single steel prong. Simple, yet a necessary tool for bonsai enthusiasts. Made in Japan. 8″ overall. $16.95 each. Buy separately. |
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Bonsai Basics Christian Pessey and Remy Samson $12.95 By Christian Pessey and Remy Samson. Very popular beginner book since its introduction in 1993. Easy-to-follow training techniques for pruning and wiring. Expert advice on repotting, watering and feeding. Over 200 color photographs with numerous line drawings. 120 pages 6 1/4″ x 10 1/4″ – soft cover |
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Indoor Bonsai for Beginners – Selection, Care & Training by Werner M. Busch $14.95 All aspects of daily care are covered. Learn how to pick a specimen, how to estimate its age and how and when to replace the soil, plus tips on techniques, containers and combating pests. Great book for beginners. |
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