Introduction to Bonsai

by Robert Kempinski

Whether you have a passing interest in bonsai or would like to start it as a hobby, a miniature tree growing in a stylish container has much to offer. As a hobby, bonsai creates beauty while engendering respect for nature and tranquil patience. Easy to learn and inexpensive to start, bonsai rewards with seasonal expression and satisfaction.

Soft cover
8 1/2" x 11", 140 pages

Bonsai Easy Steps With 21 Species

21 different species have been chosen because of their small leaf size, availability and their common usage in bonsai. Each tree has listed the botanic and common names and suggested bonsai images that are appropriate for that species. The individual sections each contain a beautiful tree portrait drawing along with a brief description followed by the ingredients for a concise recipe for success for that particular species. The drawings are meant to give an additional point of inspiration but only as a beginning idea.

Softcover
8 1/2" x 11", 124 pages, color

FICUS: The Exotic Bonsai

David DeGroot, author, teacher and curator of the Pacific Rim Bonsai Collection, has this to say...
"This book is the real thing, not a rehash of information gleaned from other books, but clear, practical advice.... It really is solid gold... If you don"t have it - get it!" We second the sentiment and heartily recommend it to anyone who grows bonsai indoors or anywhere else..

Softcover
8" x 10", 144 pages, color

Junipers

This magnificent book brings together, for the first time, wisdom and experience gathered from around the globe in one comprehensive reference work. Here you can learn from the masters, from generations of experience. You can unearth secrets, gain ideas and inspiration, and learn techniques that you may never have imagined. After reading this book, you will approach your juniper bonsai with a new understanding and increased confidence. You will find more satisfaction in your work and, more important, you will gain increased joy when you contemplate the fruits of your labor.

Softcover
8 1/2" x 11" 184 pages, color

Pines

The definitive book on Japanese black and white pine bonsai Includes: galleries, needle reduction and energy balancing, styles and styling, nebari development, branch development, sacrifice branches, bending large branches, shari and jin, rock plantings, transplanting, choosing a pot, plant positioning, growing from seed, care and maintenance, superfeeding, winter-care and much more.

Softcover
8 1/2" x 11" 184 pages. 300 color photos.

Satsuki Azaleas

This remarkable book presents by far the most expert, detailed information of Satsuki bonsai of any book. It is hard to imagine that we will ever need another book on the subject. Bob 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 book"s price). All of this adds up to a rare treasure indeed.

Softcover
10 3/4" x 8 3/4" 240 pages 500+ color photos

Shohin Bonsai

Shohin bonsai cost less, take less time to develop, take less space, are easier to move, and are a delight to behold. This thorough and beautiful exploration of the art of small bonsai is for experienced bonsai enthusiasts and daring beginners. If you already practice shohin, it will deepen your understanding. If you don't, now is the time to unlock the secrets of small trees.

Softcover. 7 1/2" x 9 1/2"
198 pages beautiful color photos b&w drawings.

Basic Bonsai Design

Due to popular demand, ABS has reprinted this popular book. It includes 175 illustrative drawings, and 30 photographs. This text book on the styling of bonsai is for all students from beginner to advanced. Explaining the art of bonsai is tricky, because artistic concepts are difficult to convey. This book will help you discover "how to" by understanding "why".

5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Spiral bound booklet; 101 pages

Bonsai Techniques II - John Naka

The best books in the English language on Bonsai (Naka
I and Naka II)....NO EXCEPTIONS. John Yoshio Naka is our American Treasure Bonsai Master. This book is jammed packed with information that you won't find other places. A treasure trove of Bonsai Wisdom.

Softcover
8 1/2" x 11", 442 pages