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The Bonsai Handbook

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New Holland Publishers, Limited, 2011 - Gardening - 160 pages
The exquisite art of bonsai is beautifully explained in this authoritative, practical handbook, which takes readers from a first foray into the world of miniature trees to a level of considerable expertise. It's packed with information and illustrations detailing every facet of this classic hobby, from aesthetics and anatomy to cultivation, propagation and pruning. A beautiful photographic compendium displays the top 24 species, both outdoor and indoor.  

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Great intro book

User Review  - frugalista1025 - Overstock.com

I bought this for my hubby to accompany his gift of bonsai trees for Valentine's Day. He has been very happy with it. It has clear instructions on trimming, soil, watering, etc. ... Read full review

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User Review  - Luke - Goodreads

Good intro Bonsai book - Many techniques are well described; tons of large, full-color photographic examples as well. Read full review

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About the author (2011)

David Prescott created his first bonsai--a Scots pine--from seed at the age of eight. He has since become a full-time bonsai expert, having learned from teachers such as well-known and widely published Colin Lewis, who acted as consultant on this book.  

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