Bonsai for Beginners: From Seedling to Masterpiece: Bonsai Techniques for Beginners

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Luca Morales

Bonsai for Beginners

From Seedling to Masterpiece: Bonsai Techniques for Beginners

Luca Morales

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English

IngramSpark
18 July 2023

Garden design & planning; Gardening: plants; Specialised gardening methods

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"Briefly explain the art of bonsai and its history

Since ancient times, enthusiasts and admirers of nature have been enthralled by the bonsai art. Bonsai captures the essence of nature in miniature form with its careful balancing act of horticulture, aesthetics, and awareness. We will travel through time in this section to examine the origins of bonsai in ancient China and Japan as well as its relevance. We are going to delve into the cultural and philosophical underpinnings of this art form in order to achieve a deeper understanding of its enduring appeal.

The art of bonsai, which means ""tray planting,"" has its origins in ancient China and dates back more than a thousand years. Chinese scholars and artists were motivated by the Taoist philosophy of harmony and balance to create miniature depictions of nature. The majority of these early bonsai examples were landscape designs, showing small versions of mountains, forests, and rivers.

The Chinese culture's influence on Japanese society peaked during the Kamakura period (1185-1333), which also saw the introduction of bonsai. This art form was accepted by the Japanese people, who modified it to suit their own aesthetic preferences and cultural norms. From being a way to depict landscapes, bonsai has developed into an art form that emphasizes the beauty and expressiveness of certain trees. The Japanese Zen Buddhist monks who found harmony and serenity in the meticulous cultivation of these miniature trees played a significant part in the growth of bonsai by incorporating it into their contemplative routines."

By: Luca Morales
Imprint: IngramSpark
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 213g
ISBN: 9781088203804
ISBN 10: 1088203809
Pages: 154
Publication Date: 18 July 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active