Key Shape
The Art of Bonsai Shaping
One of the key characteristics of a bonsai tree is its shape. Bonsai gardening is not only a hobby, it is an art form, and this is demonstrated by the way you choose to guide and shape your tree. Your imagination is the only limit when it comes to shaping bonsai trees. However, there are several profiles that are more widespread than others when it comes to bonsai shaping. Here’s a look at some of the most common shapes.
Literati: The most common shape of bonsai tree is the literati style, and this is what most people visualize when they think of a bonsai. This shape is quite stark, with a bare trunk and few branches. In this style, all the branches are located at the top of the tree. There’s an artistic twist to the bare, lower portion of the trunk.
Formal and Informal Upright: Upright styles, both formal and informal, are another familiar approach to bonsai shaping. Trees in these forms are guided into an erect, upright position with a tapered trunk. The familiar bends and curves of the informal style differentiate it from the formal shaping technique.
Slanting: There are similarities between the slanting style and the formal upright bonsai in regards to the straight trunk. The only difference is that the trunk slants at an angle, either to the right or left of the base.
Forest: An advanced form of bonsai gardening is the forest style, which consists of artistically grouping several bonsais in one container. The trees are of varying heights, which gives the perception of depth. It is typical for three or more trees to be used in the forest style, usually an odd number. But you won’t see four trees used in the same container, because the number four has certain connotations in Japan.
Cascade: This is one of the most distinctive shapes among bonsai plants. This style resembles a tree growing on the mountain or gracefully dipping its branches over the water. The top of the tree flows to one side and grows to the foot of its container or just beneath it.
Although these shapes are the most frequently used for styling a bonsai tree, you may discover a new fashion that you prefer. But you should always start off with a basic style if you don’t have experience in shaping bonsais. When you become skilled at this, you can start adding some distinctive touches of your own. Keep in mind that bonsai care and shaping is an art form.
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