SynopsisLearn the ancient art of bonsai with a modern twist and permission to bend the rules in Freestyle Bonsai . Learn the tools and techniques of bonsai to get started potting, shaping, and caring for your own collection of tiny trees, all while learning it's okay to bend the rules along the way. Though bonsai is steeped in ancient traditions and techniques, it doesn't have to be intimidating and difficult. A new generation of bonsai enthusiasts are discovering the joys of growing these miniaturized works of living art, and in Freestyle Bonsai , bonsai artists and growers Jerome and Mari Kellerhals of The Bonsai Supply show you how you, too, can grow beautiful bonsai trees without judgement or the stress of perfection. The art of bonsai is personal, and learning how to train trees to please you is the only thing that matters. While the history and tradition of the art is respected and honored throughout, Freestyle Bonsai is as much about giving you permission to bend the rules as it is about introducing you to them. You'll learn: - Which tree species are the best for beginners - A breakdown of bonsai tools and how to use them - How to successfully pot a bonsai tree - Easy bonsai styling, including clipping, training, and wiring techniques - Care and maintenance tips for your bonsai collection - Step-by-step shaping instructions to create ten different bonsai styles Whether your trees are grown indoors or out, bonsai is a relaxing hobby with gorgeous results. Like every other art form out there, bonsai comes from the heart. Live a #bonsailife with guidance and inspiration from Freestyle Bonsai., Learn the ancient art of bonsai with a modern twist and permission to bend the rules in Freestyle Bonsai ., Bonsai is steeped in tradition and techniques that can be intimidating to those who are just getting started. In Freestyle Bonsai, you'll Learn that growing bonsai doesn't have to be format or scary. Like other art forms, tending and training these miniaturized trees is about finding joy in the act of creation. It doesn't have to be about following strict rules or seeking perfection. Authors Jerome Kellerhals and Mariannjely Marval, owners of The Bonsai Supply, welcome bonsai newcomers into their world by introducing all the tools and methods you'll need to get started growing your own collection of tiny trees, while also giving you permission to bend the rules along the way. Step-by-step instructions for potting your trees, styling them, and maintaining tree health are included, along with easy-to-follow training and shaping instructions to create ten different classic bonsai styles, including cascade, weeping, slanting, windswept, forest, and more. You'll also find additional advice on: The best types of bonsai trees for beginners, How to repot trees and which containers to use, Choosing the right bonsai tool for each task, Clipping, training, wiring, and other bonsai styling methods, How to water, fertilize, and care for your trees for years to come Book jacket., Learn the tools and techniques of bonsai to get started potting, shaping, and caring for your own collection of tiny trees, all while learning it's okay to bend the rules along the way. Though bonsai is steeped in ancient traditions and techniques, it doesn't have to be intimidating and difficult. A new generation of bonsai enthusiasts are discovering the joys of growing these miniaturized works of living art , and in Freestyle Bonsai , bonsai artists and growers Jerome and Mari Kellerhals of The Bonsai Supply show you how you, too, can grow beautiful bonsai trees without judgement or the stress of perfection. The art of bonsai is personal, and learning how to train trees to please you is the only thing that matters . While the history and tradition of the art is respected and honored throughout, Freestyle Bonsai is as much about giving you permission to bend the rules as it is about introducing you to them. You'll learn: Which tree species are the best for beginners A breakdown of bonsai tools and how to use them How to successfully pot a bonsai tree Easy bonsai styling, including clipping, training, and wiring techniques Care and maintenance tips for your bonsai collection Step-by-step shaping instructions to create ten different bonsai styles Whether your trees are grown indoors or out, bonsai is a relaxing hobby with gorgeous results . Like every other art form out there, bonsai comes from the heart. Live a #bonsailife with guidance and inspiration from Freestyle Bonsai .
LC Classification NumberSB433.5.K45 2022