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A beautifully photographed, in-depth guide to the fundamental techniques used around the world to create exquisite bonsai, from the author of The Little Book of Bonsai and the Bonsai Tonight blog
Whether you’re new to the hobby or have been growing bonsai for years, The Essential Bonsai Book provides a blueprint for creating trees you can take pride in.
A detailed calendar will help you avoid the trap of maintaining trees that look the same year after year by showing you how to apply the right techniques to the right trees at the right time of year. Extensive case studies featuring a variety of species such as juniper, Japanese maple, and Japanese black pine demonstrate how you can build on previous years’ successes to create trees that convey the appearance of great age.
With time and skill and the right material, you can learn to create compelling bonsai in your own home or garden.
The Essential Bonsai Book Techniques for Creating Beautiful Trees
by Dupuich, JonasFormat: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2025-04-15
Publisher(s): Ten Speed Press
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Author Biography
Jonas Dupuich runs a Northern California bonsai nursery where he teaches and writes about bonsai. He is the author of The Little Book of Bonsai and the Bonsai Tonight blog, and is co-founder of the Pacific Bonsai Expo. Jonas grows a variety of species and specializes in developing Japanese black pine from seed. His trees have been selected for display in local and regional exhibits, including the U.S. National Bonsai Exhibition. Learn more at "bonsaitonight" online.
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