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The Living Art of Bonsai (709 readers)
Contributed by amazon 29.01 2008 on 13:13:46 Topic: Other / Books Bonsai is considered a primarily Japanese art, yet its origins lie deep within ancient China. Evolving over 2,500 years, the Chinese approach to bonsai reflects a unique set of cultural, philosophical and aesthetic values largely unknown to modern bonsai enthusiasts. ...
Bonsai with Japanese Maples (2164 readers)
Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:45:09 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textWith their delicate foliage, seasonal color changes, and intricate pattern of branching, Japanese maples are among the most popular and suitable plants for bonsai design. In this long-awaited book, internationally renowned expert Peter Adams discusses both the specific horticultural needs of Japanese maples as bonsai subjects and illustrates proven techniques for creating and maintaining beautiful specimens. ...
The Secret Techniques of Bonsai (1351 readers)
Contributed by amazon 20.04 2007 on 08:12:03 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textIn The Secret Techniques of Bonsai, the author of the groundbreaking Bonsai with American Trees teams up with his son to offer not only the basics of creating perfect bonsai, but also secret techniques theyve developed over years of careful work and observation. ...
Bonsai Master Class (1349 readers)
Contributed by amazon 26.04 2007 on 14:27:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textJoin the contemporary artists around the world who are refining and developing the ancient art of bonsai. Find out about state-of-the-art tools invented by Ken Moore. See how Rob Clausen uses latex and fiberglass to create dramatic groupings of trees on a rock base. Explore the breakthrough methods of Singapore’s bonsai masters, with inspiring examples of the results. Covering both basic and advanced techniques and illustrated with step-by-step photographs taken over months, Bonsai Master Class ...
Classic Bonsai of Japan (1656 readers)
Contributed by amazon 20.04 2007 on 08:09:02 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textEnter the fascinating world of bonsai, the centuries-old gardening art form of cultivating trees as potted plants. Refined to a high art in Japan, bonsai offers not only the familiar gardening delights but also, at its highest levels, a philosophical and aesthetic communion with nature. ...
Polyscias fruticosa - Ming Aralia (6228 readers)
Contributed by amazon 12.12 2007 on 09:34:02 Topic: Plants / Bonsais Match on Article's textThe Ming Aralia Bonsai Tree likes warmer temperatures of 60 to 70 degrees and above. Place the plant in bright filtered light near a sunny window and/or under artificial light with a minimum of 150 footcandles. They are an easy to grow bonsai. Native to Brazil. ...
Totally Bonsai (1349 readers)
Contributed by amazon 26.04 2007 on 14:31:20 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textA Guide to Growing, Shaping, and Caring for Miniature Trees and Shrubs | Creating your own bonsai is simple, calming, and serene, and best of all, it lets you bring the outdoors inside, even if you dont have a lot of space. ...
Creating Bonsai Landscapes (1856 readers)
Contributed by amazon 29.03 2007 on 11:50:36 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text18 Miniature Garden Projects - Western home and garden design has been increasingly influenced in recent years by ancient Eastern traditions. Feng shui masters are now routinely consulted by architects and interior designers, and bonsai gardening continues to fascinate and inspire. ...
Satsuki Azaleas for Bonsai and Azalea Enthusiasts (1581 readers)
Contributed by amazon 20.04 2007 on 08:04:04 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textBob Callaham provides us with something never before seen in English; a complete celebration of satsuki, rich with photographs, how-to instructions, fascinating facts, and an unrivaled encyclopedia of over 1,600 cultivars (this alone is worth the books price). All of this adds up to a rare treasure indeed. ...
Pachyforms 2 (1573 readers)
Contributed by amazon 03.07 2007 on 09:53:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textBonsai Succulents | This is the second volume of Pachyforms, a series that focuses on the cultivation of sculptural plants characterized by unusually thick or globose bodies. It is also the first book dedicated to the use of succulent plants as bonsai and is illustrated with 500 color photographs, including some of the finest examples of this American form of horticultural art. The second portion of the book is a continuation of the catalog of pachyform plants started in volume I. ...
Ilex crenata 'Dwarf Pagoda' - Japanese Holly (5472 readers)
Contributed by amazon 02.10 2007 on 09:13:04 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Article's textJapanase Pagoda Holly Bonsai - Ilex crenata Dwarf Pagoda A miniature variety of Japanese Holly. Stems are very short, 1 foot at most. Leaves are dark green on horizontal branches. Very compact plant. The plant is a true natural Bonsai. Also a good patio plant or house plant. Introduced by the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. Height and spread in 10 years: 12 x 12. Prefers sun. Hardy in zones 6-9. In cooler regions grow as a house plant in a sunny, yet cool window. ...
Tillandsia ionantha - Bonsai Topiary Airplant Tree (1659 readers)
Contributed by amazon 05.07 2007 on 11:46:53 Topic: Plants / Sukulents, Cactuses Match on Article's textEpiphytic plants are among the most fascinating of all tropicals because they do not require soil to grow. Because there is no soil, watering is, in the main, via humidity. Tillandsias are a group of epiphytic plants that are native to South and Central America. These plants grow without soil in the tops of trees and on rocks in a variety of conditions. These plants absorb their moisture through tiny spongelike tentacles that cover their leaves. Tillandsias enjoy high light and good air circulat ...
Choosing and Growing Bonsai (934 readers)
Contributed by amazon 02.07 2007 on 22:50:38 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textBonsai are both eye-catching and extremely popular—and this directory of more than 80 trees details their characteristics and explains how to look after them to get the best results. With stunning photography, and detailed instructions for choosing and growing a plant, it’s ideal for both beginners and enthusiasts alike. There’s advice on essential tools and getting started, on maintaining trees throughout the year, and on solving such frequently encountered problems as dropped or browning leave ...
Ficus benjamina 'Starlight' - Weeping Fig (5407 readers)
Contributed by amazon 07.10 2007 on 20:11:57 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Article's textThe Starlight Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina Starlight is a new variegated form of durable green Weeping Fig. Just like its green counterpart, Starlight prefers very bright indirect light. Keep evenly moist, but not wet or dry. Trim as needed. Left alone the Starlight Weeping Fig can reach 6 feet tall. It makes the perfect house plant. ...
Salix integra 'Flamingo' - Dappled Willow (7248 readers)
Contributed by amazon 27.07 2007 on 08:22:06 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's textA Japanese plant with striking white-green-pink foliage. Slender branches are always moving in the breeze. Regular shearing is necessary to maintain leaf variegation. Very popular in Europe and gaining momentum in U.S. Also can be trained into an unusual bonsai specimum. ...
Acer buergeranum - Trident Maple (2599 readers)
Contributed by amazon 03.01 2008 on 10:09:22 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's textGrows to 25 ft. Gets its name from its well-defined three-lobed dark green leaf. A nice yard tree as it is fairly compact with good fall color. Also quite popular as a bonsai. A Japanese native. ...
Pinus taeda - Loblolly Pine (4250 readers)
Contributed by amazon 14.01 2008 on 12:06:05 Topic: Plants / Bonsais Match on Article's textThis fast growing native tree is good for quick evergreen screening. Large and impressive given time and space. Grows 10-15 in ten years. The Loblolly Pine makes an excellent bonsai! ...
Syringa oblata - Early Lilac (1331 readers)
Contributed by amazon 15.10 2007 on 20:52:57 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's textNative to Korea this lilac is hardy from zones 4-8. It grows 10-12 feet tall and prefers sun or partial shade. Has lilac-purple flowers in the spring that are very fragrant. The leaves are dark bluish green with a reddish-purple fall color. This is a very hardy lilac. It also makes an excellent bonsai! ...
Acer japonicum 'Meigetsu' - Japanese Maple (2729 readers)
Contributed by amazon 28.11 2007 on 10:02:20 Topic: Plants / Bonsais Match on Article's textFoliage is bright green with some texture. Fall colors are blends of gold and red. A sturdy tree which will take sun, it will grow to 20 feet or more, forming a round-topped canopy with maturity.A great landscape tree for zones 5-9. Grows up to twenty feet in height but is often pruned shorter. Also makes an excellent bonsai specimen. ...
Betula nigra 'Little King' - Fox Valley River Birch (4688 readers)
Contributed by amazon 17.05 2007 on 21:49:23 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's textFox Valley River Birch A dwarf selection of river birch with cinnamon and cream exfoliating bark. A great little tree for smaller landscapes or can be used as a large shrub on commercial sites. Excellent resistance to bronze birch borer. . Fantastic bonsai! The plant you will recieve is growing in a 2 1/4 pot. ...
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