Bonsai Survival Manual: Tree-by-Tree Guide to Buying, Maintaining, and Problem Solving

It's a decent book, would be very useful for those who want to BUY an already planted bonsai (proper pot, etc) - it covers considerations on which type would suit better for your environment, what to look for when selecting a tree, some bonsai varieties, maintenance tips. Good tips, especially for a beginner like myself; I intend to refer to them when my bonsai gets to that level (hopefully).Two main words of caution:- You won't find much help for GROWING your own bonsai - the book is not about creating a bonsai. So, if you (like me) are hoping to get some tips on how to gorw your own from seeds, look elsewhere (if someone knows books on this, would appreciate a reference!)- The described bonsai varieties are detailed for some species (a lot of maple trees covered, just not the one for which I got the seeds! lol), but some are not on the list - japanese cherries, for instance. The selection covers more popular/traditional species, I'd say.

I am new to bonsai and really needed some information regarding the Fulkien Tea tree that I bought at the Big E in Mass. This book is in easy to read, outline form and includes the care for most bonsai... indoor and outdoor. It gives specific instructions for repotting, trimming, fertilizing and treating insect problems. The book is amazingly thorough. My only complaint is that I also bought a so-called money tree and it is not included in this book at all. This was not a huge problem as there are internet sites that talk about money trees. All in all I found this to be quite a valuable book and my tea tree seems to be doing quite well.

Having purchased several bonsai books to help me get started in this interesting hobby, I have now found the best one! This one is very detailed in both instructions & illustrations. My interest is indoor bonsai & this book addresses this aspect very well!

The only reason I didn’t give full stars is because only a few types of bonsai trees that I was curious about were actually in this book. Still, it has great info on many other bonsais, so worth a read. Thank you

I've been trying to grow and kill Bonsai plants for years... This book taught ne what I was doing wrong and I am very grateful to have the information

I absorbed this book right after I got it. I would say there are one or two things that I learned and can apply. Also, one or two things with no relevance to me, but are fascinating nonetheless. (I'm a newly hatched bonsai enthusiast who knows enough to know that I know nothing.) And, if there is something to learn from it, it is inherently valuable and I'm glad I bought it. However, if you've a decent library nearby, this would make a lovely borrow instead of a purchase.

This book has a lot of info necessary for the care of Bonsai trees. Even though our Hawaiian Umbrella Tree was not in the guide. Our other tree was and it gave us some useful tips on how to care for it. It also has a lot of info on trimming, shaping and pruning as well a section on where to keep your Bonsai, root pruning and repotting and shaping with wire. It also has a section on things to know before you buy and a section on pests and diseases. and how to identify and treat problems. I highly recommend this book.

I really like this book. It's very informative and shows you with lots of pictures as well as text. It's better than the other two I bought.

A very detailed book, highly recommended, excellent condition and amazing price. if you want more in depth knowledge of bonsai. Very well packed. Prompt delivery.

The book is in great condition, I am very happy about great price and fast shipping.

Good

informative

an excellent beginners guide book, giving importance to individual species rather than general information. photos are good too. i love this book.