Japanese Black Pine Garden Bonsai
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NameJapanese Black Pine Garden Bonsai
Species NamePinus thunbergii
Common NameJapanese Black Pine
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)150
Container Typein-ground
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresthick trunk, gnarled bark, extensive branching
Foliage Typeneedle-like
Height (cm)600
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesExceptional size and age, maintained as a traditional Japanese garden bonsai (Niwa-ki) with distinct, flat foliage pads. Requires expert, ongoing care, as evidenced by the multiple gardeners performing detailed pruning.
Description
This immense Japanese Black Pine is a prime example of a landscape bonsai, meticulously maintained by gardeners. Its ancient, gnarled trunk supports a vast, spreading canopy with distinct, layered foliage pads, showcasing centuries of cultivation.
