Bonsai Secrets: Designing, Growing, and Caring for Your Miniature MasterpiecesBonsai was developed as an art form in China for nearly 1,700 years and has been shrouded in mystery. But, with a bit of practice and patience you can grow a one-of-a-kind bonsai at home and enjoy not only a sense of accomplishment but also inner peace.This book covers the basic principles and techniques of Bonsai growing, step-by-step guides and tips, an array of Bonsai, suitable trees, and makes the art of Bonsai accessible, manageable and rewarding. |
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Page 100
... DECIDUOUS TREES Beech , hornbeam , and other deciduous trees have soft young shoots . Pinch off the growth that extends beyond the existing silhouette . This stimulates the buds farther back to grow . Eventually you will also have to ...
... DECIDUOUS TREES Beech , hornbeam , and other deciduous trees have soft young shoots . Pinch off the growth that extends beyond the existing silhouette . This stimulates the buds farther back to grow . Eventually you will also have to ...
Page 103
... trees need repotting . Repot deciduous trees first- as soon as the dormant buds begin to swell . Evergreens are usually repotted three or four weeks later . While repotting , take the opportunity to do some structural pruning before the ...
... trees need repotting . Repot deciduous trees first- as soon as the dormant buds begin to swell . Evergreens are usually repotted three or four weeks later . While repotting , take the opportunity to do some structural pruning before the ...
Page 125
... trees that originate from China are also shaped with iron wire . Although effective , it is stiff and hard to bend ... deciduous trees , because it can damage and mark their soft bark . ALUMINUM Aluminum is soft and pliable , which makes ...
... trees that originate from China are also shaped with iron wire . Although effective , it is stiff and hard to bend ... deciduous trees , because it can damage and mark their soft bark . ALUMINUM Aluminum is soft and pliable , which makes ...
Contents
This edition published by The Readers Digest Association Inc 6 INTRODUCTION | 6 |
FOR IVY PRESS | 16 |
Library of Congress CataloginginPublication Data 30 BUYING AND PRICING BONSAI | 32 |
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Bonsai Secrets: Designing, Growing, and Caring for Your Miniature Masterpieces Peter Chan No preview available - 2005 |
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