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Subtle textures can be used to make
dramatic statements. Here a yamadori
Uneven
pine with incredible flaky bark, random
crusty sun-bleached deadwood edge
features, and a dramatic
cascading form is beautifully
matched by a rough pot
that almost appears to
be hewn from natural
rock, creating the
impression that it
is still in the wild.

The rough
texture hints
at a rugged
outdoor life
on the rocks

Tall display stand
offers additional
negative space
underneath the
cascading branch
Texture
Often more of a consideration for coniferous trees, the There are no hard and fast rules about planting
style and characteristics of your tree can be further yamadori trees in highly textured pots: in fact, they
enhanced by the texture of the pot. Just as colors are often seen in very refined, smooth, unglazed
harmonize or contrast with the tree, texture can be containers. The best plan is to be guided by the style
used in a similar manner. In the example shown of your tree when considering the texture of your
here, the concept of the tree cascading down a rocky pot—generally formal styles work well in smooth
mountain slope continues right down the sides of the pots that add contrast, and informal literati or
pot, with a surface finish that mimics the natural dynamic windswept trees suit rougher textures.
variation found on a rock face.