Lessons in Learning and Teaching... Growing Aspects... Problems and Pests... and Bonsai Stories are a few of the chapters in this book. Some of the author's suggestions are more practical than traditional. She shares her experience of gowing bonsai trees for over 30 years, talks about a variety of trees to use and tells stories along the way. Mary included an exceptional list of her favorite reference books.

Mary Miller's clear and unique style of teaching comes through in her writing. Throughout the book her easy humor compliments her zeal for bonsai.