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020 _a9781402735240
024 _a70254652
050 _aSB433.5
082 _a635.9772
100 1 _aDavid Joyce
245 1 _aThe Art of Natural Bonsai
260 _bSterling Publishing Co., Inc.
300 _a288 pages
520 _aThere's no other bonsai book like it: this magnificent guide was 30 years in the making and features beautiful natural specimens photographed over long periods of time. Dave Joyce has devoted his life to growing, researching, and photographing natural bonsai, and his wisdom and artistry are showcased in this full-color volume packed with advice and breathtaking images of trees maturing. Illustrated case histories offer details on the preferences and requirements of various species. Every task and technique is explained, from choosing a container and watering to wiring and pruning. Helpful tips explain using garden-center stock, starting trees from seed, collecting from the wild, or taking cuttings.
650 _aGardening
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