Getting started with Bonsai Gardening Secrets

Why Bonsai trees are formed and trained the way they are? I was wondering about these little ‘treasure trees’ after seeing in a friends house. The tiny Bonsai looked so stable and well rooted, their simplicity seems to calm the room atmosphere.

Looking around for information, I was surprised to find there are actually fourteen major styles of Bonsai.

For the way I like to access info – the search was on for a eBook that I could read on the go. Pretty happy I found “Bonsai Gardening Secrets”

After a run through the different types of Bonsai (with images of those) and The Top Bonsai Choices to get started today (and where to get them) the book dives into everything a person needs to get a tiny tower of stability growing.

• How to choose your first tree. Dwarf Pomegranate or Ficus, Satsuki Azalea or Japanese Maple. Discover the difference between cascading style bonsai, and broom style bonsai
• What are the “rules” of true Bonsai Gardening. You’ll know the symbolism and effect of every plant, stone, and grain of sand in your Bonsai.
• Form Pruning, Maintenance Pruning, Plucking, Defoliation, “Jin and Shari” (which makes even a very young trees look like a classic “old” bonsai) and more!
• How do you choose the right accents for your Bonsai? From dwarf grass and rush, to lichen and moss, you’ll discover the best accents for each and every one of your Bonsai!
• Do you live or work in a hectic environment? Discover the types of Bonsai that are known for their soothing properties.
• Over 20 different bonsai-friendly plant species you can use in your garden, it isn’t for inside.