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Top and middle row, left to right;
January 2014 to February 2015.
Roots are arranged and tightly
wired, the tree is again grown
in a large container but still
within its smaller container,
and the branches are pruned
and wired to the profile typical
to the Taiwanese Ficus that
inspired this project.
Bottom right; January
2016. Work continues with
additional small stock added
to key locations to improve
the structure and an extension
added to thicken the base and
the roots.
ficus was revealed. As some branches needed further and mistakes; correct them from the beginning. Learn
refinement and a few areas of the trunk required a bit as you go and always remember, Patience and Effort
of character, this was the time to arrange the profile are always rewarded.
once again and attach a few more small trees to the
middle-left portion of the tree. The new trees aided in
the perfection of the root structure and overall taper.

Author’s observations and Conclusion:
This tree, the object of this article, is a work in prog-
ress. One of the advantages of this fusing method is
creating a good base, trunk and overall branch struc-
ture in a relatively short period of time. If you combine
careful observation, attention to detail and optimal
growing conditions, you can draw a detailed plan,
with satisfying results. The key to success is study-
ing the characteristics of a ficus, in this case Kimen,
paying particular attention to the weaknesses and
strong traits of the tree. My advice is to try to gather
as much information from the masters, specifically
from Taiwanese masters and observe good pictures of
Taiwanese bonsai. Try to use observation as a means
of deciphering the methods of the masters. Combin-
ing observation with time and the Lingnan Grow and
Clip method, you are able to create natural structures
that mimic our nature giants. During the process of
creation, honestly, I was not fully convinced that I was
employing the right technique. One thing is certain,
I knew time was a key ingredient and I opted not to
fast-track this method. Trunk and branch fusing is a
long process; it takes time. Learn to recognize flaws

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