The complete beginner's guide to bonsai! Easy to understand information to help total beginners get started in the art of raising bonsai trees - How to start from seed or seedlings , potting, pruning, pinching, wiring, watering, and more - Pests and diseases and how to prevent and treat them, for both indoor and outdoor bonsai species - Inspiring gallery showcasing amazing bonsai grown by today's leading bonsai artists and influencers, plus tips for creating your own displays - Author David Squire has a lifetime of experience with plants, having studied botany and gardening at the Hertfordshire College of Horticulture and the Royal Horticultural Society's Garden at Wisley, Surrey, and written more than 80 books on the subject Bonsai is beautiful but can be intimidating to start because of its intricate and precise nature. This comprehensive book is the gentle but complete beginner's guide you need to get started in the art! Starting with the definition of bonsai, inside this book the author discusses the spirit and aesthetics of creating bonsai, then continues with information on the materials you'll need, including the right species of tree to get, plus how to prune, pinch, water, feed, and display your piece. Also included are chapters on indoor bonsai species, outdoor bonsai species, and how to deal with pests and diseases. Finally, you'll find a beautiful gallery of bonsai trees grown by today's leading bonsai artists and influencers to inspire your own creativity. Bonsai plants are perfect for any home, especially in small spaces that other houseplants would overwhelm. A meditative activity, interacting with bonsai plants on a physical, mental, and emotional level can help improve the quality of your life. Fill your home with beauty and feel calmer and more focused by learning an ancient art form that encourages meditation and contemplation, with Complete Starter Guide to Bonsai ! A thorough guide to bonsai. A good addition for libraries and readers looking for a concise introduction to the hobby. --Library Journal An absolute essential for anyone beginning their Bonsai Journey! - Scott Martin, owner Bonsai Matsu and creator of the Bonsai Stuff podcast. David Squire has a lifetime's experience with plants, both cultivated and native types. He studied botany and gardening at the Hertfordshire College of Horticulture and the Royal Horticultural Society's Garden at Wisley, Surrey where he gained the Wisley Diploma in Horticulture. Throughout his gardening and journalistic careers, David has written more than 80 books on plants and gardening. He has a wide interest in the uses of native plants for eating, survival, medicine, folklore, and culture customs.