Summer Palace Pine and Rock Arrangement
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NameSummer Palace Pine and Rock Arrangement
Species NamePinus tabulaeformis
Common NameChinese Red Pine
Bonsai Styleroot-over-rock
Estimated Age (years)150
Container Typelandscape installation
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresgnarled, curved, thick, weathered
Foliage Typeneedle
Height (cm)350
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityexcellent
Notable FeaturesA monumental rock and pine composition, serving as a large-scale inspiration for bonsai, located within the historic Summer Palace in Beijing.
Description
This grand garden arrangement features an ancient Chinese Red Pine dramatically growing over and around a large, weathered rock formation. Its gnarled trunk extends horizontally before rising, showcasing the resilience and beauty of nature. Located in Beijing's Summer Palace, it exemplifies the large-scale inspirations for traditional bonsai art.
