John Naka Bonsai Techniques 1 Pdf File

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Contrary to modern "akadama-only" trends, Naka was pragmatic. He offered soil mixes based on what was available locally (sand, peat, grit). He included a lunar chart (controversial even then) but focused on the biological necessity of root pruning. John Naka Bonsai Techniques 1 Pdf

Species selection and evaluation

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