selecting a bonsai book
With thousands of bonsai books available for purchase, a list of recommended books is essential to help you decide which one to buy. We have selected books in five categories (ebooks, beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, and magazines) that we think are good options.
All of the bonsai books listed below are widely available online, or check out this article to find a store near you; sale of bonsai.
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bonsai e-books
Bonsai, a beginners guide
bonsai empire (2014) – digital copy – 85 pages
Although caring for a bonsai tree is not as difficult as most people believe, it is necessary to learn some basic techniques to keep your tree thriving. This beginner’s guide contains all the essential information you need to be successful. covers the basic techniques, well illustrated with over a hundred images, and explains everything you need to know in an understandable way.
priced around $5.99. more information: the beginners guide to bonsai / paperback version on amazon: bonsai book.
bonsai books for beginners
Indoor Bonsai for Beginners – Selection, Care & Training by Werner M. Busch
cassell illustrated (2005) – softcover – 112 pages – isbn 1844033503
This book covers the basics; from techniques to acquire a tree to its care and daily maintenance. very useful are the showcases of species, in which the author provides basic information on the tree species most used for indoor bonsai. the texts are richly illustrated with drawings and photographs. great start for bonsai beginners who are particularly interested in indoor bonsai trees.
Bonsai Basics, Step-by-Step Guide to Growing, Training & General Care by Christian Pessey and Rémy Samson
excellent pub. (1993) – paperback – 120 pages – isbn 0806903279
Ideal book to get started in bonsai; deals with the care and training of bonsai in a simple and understandable way. very convenient is the calendar that comes with the book, in which a seasonal checklist is added. Other topics covered in this bonsai book include bonsai styles, pruning and wiring, fertilization, repotting, and selecting the right tree species.
intermediate level bonsai books
Bonsai; 101 Essential tips by Harry Tomlinson and Carol Watson
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dk pub. (2003) – paperback – 72 pages – isbn 0789496879
well known book that has been around for a while. Harry Tomlinson manages to write a short but clear explanation of basic bonsai techniques, and adds a lot of practical knowledge. well illustrated.
The Bonsai Handbook by David Prescott and Colin Lewis
new holland (2003) – paperback – 160 pages – isbn 1859747094
The authors combine sketches and photographs to explain how bonsai trees can be trained and shaped. In addition to bonsai aesthetics and some history, topics covered in the manual include bonsai care and how to get started in the hobby.
The complete book of Bonsai by Harry Tomlinson
abbeville press (1991) – hardcover – 224 pages – isbn 1558591184
This book covers about 300 species of trees that are used for bonsai; over a hundred in great detail. very useful for those bonsai lovers who grow a wide variety of tree species and need information about their individual needs.
Bonsai survival manual: tree-by-tree guide to buying, maintaining and problem solving by Colin Lewis
story (1996) – paperback – 157 pages – isbn 0882668536
This book explains how to value, evaluate and select suitable plants to form bonsai. Comprehensive information on bonsai care, species selection, and styling techniques is also added.
Indoor Bonsai by Paul Lesniewicz
blandford press (1986) – paperback – 208 pages – isbn 0713717009
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an intermediate level book for bonsai lovers who have an interest in indoor bonsai. From growing to caring for bonsai, the book discusses all of these topics in detail with excellent photography. also lists suitable species, both tropical and subtropical.
advanced bonsai books
Bonsai Master Class by Craig Coussins
sterling (2006) – hardcover – 256 pages – isbn 1402735472
There are many advanced books dealing with very specific topics related to bonsai, well outside the scope of this article.
however, one book deserves a place here, the bonsai master class book by craig coussins. discusses innovative techniques and cutting-edge tools, inspiring the reader to start experimenting right away.
bonsai magazines
Bonsai Art
kro u. exner gbr, verlags- und vertriebsgesellschaft, weseler str. 34, d-48151 münster
magazine in German, published 6 times a year. 6,000 copies circulate per edition, of which about 3,000 are by subscription.
Esprit Bonsai
lr presse/ esprit bonsai international, 12 rue du sablen – bp 30104, 56401 auray cedex, france
Originally a French magazine, but since 2014 they also publish an English version. circulates 15,000 copies per issue.
Bonsai Focus
bonsai europe publications, houtrustweg 96, 2566 gj the hague, the netherlands
bonsai focus is the magazine that emerged after the merger of bonsai europe and bonsai today. is published in six languages. total print run of 13,000 per issue, with 6 issues published per year.
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