Niwaki: Pruning, Training and
Shaping Japanese Garden Trees by
Jake Hobson
Great Book
Over the years, Japanese gardeners have fine-tuned a distinctive set of
pruning techniques that coax out the essential characters of their garden
trees, or niwaki. In this highly practical book, Western gardeners are
encouraged to draw upon the techniques and sculpt their own garden trees
to unique effect. After discussing the principles that underpin the
techniques, the author offers in-depth guidelines for shaping pines,
azaleas, conifers, broadleaved evergreens, bamboos, and deciduous
trees. Complete with abundant photographs, personal anecdotes and a
wealth of advice, this unprecedented resource will inspire gardeners
everywhere to transform their own trees into niwaki.
Personal Review: Niwaki: Pruning, Training and Shaping
Japanese Garden Trees by Jake Hobson

Having visited a few of the Japanese gardens mentioned in this book..I
couldn't wait to start on my own garden here in Sydney but I really didn't
know where to begin. My passion is for sculptured matsu (pines) and also
for bamboo. This book has lifted my confidence immeasurably and the
information and format shown will give me sure-footing on my journey.
Wonderful photos and diagrams (not to mention background). I will use
native pines and conifers as well as the Japonicas and even try sculpting
my Diosmas. I hope that only a few people will buy this book as I don't
wish that these beautiful gardens become too ubiquitous in the west
(hehe).
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