Prepare to prune and propagate to Bonsai perfection with this fantastic pocket-sized guide. This title features one hundred and one nuggets of practical information that take you stage-by-stage towards a broad understanding of the amazing art of Bonsai. Whether you are a budding enthusiast or a fully flowered expert this handy book is a mini-tree must have.
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"This is a great book for someone who is new to bonsai or needs to be exposed to the art." – ofBonsai Magazine
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220 of 224 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Before I picked up this simple little Tome, I knew absolutely nothing about bonsai. I was studying eastern cultures and thought to myself, "Hey, I'm bored. I'll bet that this could be an interesting side diversion." I did a quick search on Amazon, and decided this book looked the most concise. It is very reasonably priced, who can't spare a meager $5 to decide if a new activity interests you? The book is very clear and has many helpful full color pictures. I believe that all topics essential to Bonsai are covered: potting, trimming, shaping, wiring, feeding, watering. It even explains the basics of more advanced bonsai techniques: growing the roots onto rock, intricate hanging patterns. A complete list of equipment if provided for the `real' bonsai gardener, but I made due with tools that I had lying around the house. After 15 minutes with the book, you've probably absorbed the majority of the information, and you can get started. I think the total cost to get me started was something like: $5 Book, $4 Juniper, $3 Pot. So I'm out $12.00 and a few hours of time before I decide if I enjoy this hobby or not. My cheap little bonsai is six months old now, and it looks just as nice as any picture I can find in the book. So unless you are planning on making bonsai your life's work, 101 Essential Tips is probably the only book you will ever need.
75 of 75 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am just starting out in this hobby. I went to the bookstore and looked at many books before picking this one out. Most were priced at twenty dollars or more and I just didn't want to spend that much for something I was just getting into. I checked out several books from the library and read them, including another larger book by the same author. After reading them, I looked through this one and felt that most of the really important info in the larger books was in this one as well with less words and pictures. I am really happy with this book. The photos are clear and informative, and the information is just what I need to get started. Sometimes when starting out, it is better not to get too bogged down in details or you will never dive in. I think this book is just the thing to get a beginner started without making the whole bonsai thing seem out of reach and demanding. Eventually, I can see I will want a guide with more info on individual plants and their care, but this will get me started, and at a great price.
61 of 63 people found the following review helpful
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If you like Bonsai, or received one as a gift, this is the book to get. Filled with 101 (literally) facts and tips, it is concise, streamlined and offers excellent pictures.
All critical areas are covered in the book: potting, trimming, shaping, wiring, feeding, watering (the most important perhaps!). If you want to take a crack at an advanced level of Bonsai care, it even guides and discusses growing the roots onto rock, and hanging patterns. There's also a few great tips that clears up the confusion about what sort of tools you *really* need.
This is a MUST to add to your Bonsai book collection.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Great Book
The book is extremely helpful. If you are a beginner, like I am, it gives you a great overview of MANY different types of bonsai. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Edwin
GREAT BOOK STRAIGHT TO THE POINT
BOOK CAME REALLY QUICK. A LOT SMALL THEN I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE BUT ITS PERFECT. ANYTHING YOU CAN POSSIBLEY DO WITH BONSAI IS IN HERE. THEY DONT SUGAR COAT THINGS WHICH IS GOOD. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Caleb
Great book
This is a fast read and touch on everything you would need.Its not the tell all but a great starting place to start.
Published 1 month ago by tontam82
Small Book
Its a great book for the money when it was $5.00 I was a little upset to see the length of the book. Its about 5"x5" with 80 or so pages. I read it in about two hours. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Stillearning
Overview Only, Not "All You'll Ever Need"
I'm utterly shocked by reviews that describe this book as "the only bonsai book you'll ever need". PLEASE. This is a little pocket manual, not a comprehensive review of bonsai. Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. Miller
Informative
Very informative little book. Pocket size and great for beginners. Tells you about the various trees, shaping, and trimming them. Very Good!
Published 4 months ago by Anthony
A great introduction
This small book is a great introduction to all aspects of Bonsai. If you get into Bonsai, this won't end up being your only book, yet it gives a great overview and orientation to... Read more
Published 4 months ago by D. Moore
Cute book
This book is exactly as advertised, a book of useful tips. It is NOT a complete "how to bonsai" encyclopedia, it does however have a decent amount of useful information. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kelly L. Roth
Great primer
This book is exactly what I was looking for. It is the PERFECT primer for Bonsai and has given me a great start so that I know what to expect, look for, and ideas to design by. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Carla
Just as described
This book shipped quickly, its very tiny but it is just as described. Looking forward to putting it to use.
Published 4 months ago by MelanieSt
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