Japanese Black Pine

Pilacik, Steve

The chapter-styled handbook written by Steve Pilacik delves into the detailed nuances of cultivating, styling and maintaining the Japanese Black Pine (Pinus thunbergii) as a bonsai. Drawing on Pilacik’s long experience working specifically with this species, the text covers topics such as site preparation, digging and bare-rooting mature pines, soil and potting choices, needle- and candle-pruning, wiring and movement creation, and the seasonal rhythms unique to black pine development. Ideal for serious enthusiasts willing to invest time and attention, the book bridges nursery-stock or yamadori material into refined bonsai compositions, making it a fitting addition to our club’s library as a species-specific reference.

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