The Discipline of Japanese Bonsai
Posted by Tonedango on Jan 6, 2011 in Sites | Comments Off
by Mike Andrews Growing miniature trees is only a small part of what the art and discipline of bonsai is all about. The literal transliteration of the Japanese word “bonsai”, meaning “to grow in a small tray”, cannot fully describe the depth of the art of bonsai. The practice of Japanese bonsai has many elements. You cannot make a bonsai...
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Posted by Tonedango on Jan 3, 2011 in Sites | Comments Off
by Mike Andrews All over the globe people who have practiced bonsai recognize that it is not just a avocation that involves growing small trees. The literal transliteration of the Japanese word bonsai, meaning “to grow in a small tray”, cannot fully describe the depth of the art of bonsai. The practice of Japanese bonsai has many elements. For some...
Read MoreIndoor Bonsai Tools 101
Posted by Tonedango on Jan 1, 2011 in Sites | Comments Off
by Penny Goldman Being new to bonsai you may be curious as to which bonsai tools are required for those who are new to indoor bonsai . Bonsai is a past time which can be costly and it is extremely simple to go off the deep end and purchase loads of tools which are unnecessary until you are truly engrossed in indoor bonsai. So, which tools are vital? I will show...
Read MoreThe Secret Techniques of Bonsai: A Guide to Starting, Raising, and Shaping Bonsai
Posted by Tonedango on Oct 30, 2010 in Bonsai | Comments Off
“Incorporating advice from his son, a tree doctor, the author teaches how to produce splendid specimens.” — The Washington Post The Japanese art of bonsai is practiced worldwide, but while basic techniques have been more or less effectively taught, many of the more intriguing ones, as well as recently invented ones, have not. THE SECRET...
Read MoreThe Complete Book of Bonsai
Posted by Tonedango on Jul 30, 2010 in Bonsai | Comments Off
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. Customer Review “This is my fourth Bonsai book and the best one I have found so far. I had never ordered it online, because it seemed to be one more of those...
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