Complete Practical Encyclopedia of Bonsai, 9780754821809
Hardcover
Unlock the secrets of bonsai: grow miniature masterpieces with ease.

Complete Practical Encyclopedia of Bonsai

The Essential Step-by-Step Guide to Creating, Growing, and Displaying Bonsai

$36.85

  • Hardcover

    264 pages

  • Release Date

    31 March 2017

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Summary

This book defines and describes the ancient craft of bonsai, explaining the best trees and shrubs to use as well as the importance of size, proportion and aesthetics. The art of display is also examined, with useful advice on pots and containers, as well as how to display bonsai indoors and outdoors. The techniques of this precise art form are clearly described, and there is guidance on tools, propagation, and soil types, as well as on basic pruning, shaping and wiring. An invaluable bonsai d…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780754821809
ISBN-10:0754821803
Author:Ken Norman
Publisher:Anness Publishing
Imprint:Lorenz Books
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:264
Edition:2nd
Release Date:31 March 2017
Weight:810g
Dimensions:232mm x 180mm x 22mm
Series:Complete Practical Encyclopedi
About The Author

Ken Norman

Ken Norman has been growing bonsai for over forty years. He and his wife Ann have an important collection of bonsai permanently displayed at Leonardslee Gardens, West Sussex, England. Ken is a past Chairman of both the Federation of British Bonsai Societies (FOBBS) and the Friends of the National Bonsai Collection (FNBC). He is also a founder member, past Chairman and current President of the Sussex Bonsai Group and has been involved in organizing national and international bonsai conventions. Ken and Ann have been awarded six Gold Medals at the world famous Chelsea Flower Show, including a Gold Medal at Chelsea 2004.

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