Utilization of sacrificial branches in tree stump bonsai

In the process of pile scene manufacturing, the branches which are temporarily used in stages in order to achieve a certain modeling purpose are called "sacrificial branches". This kind of branch has extensive application value in modeling.

First, although there are roots on one side of the stump, it is very thin and out of proportion to the other roots. At this time, if a branch is cultivated above the nearest tree base and controlled in a certain exuberant state, it will drive the similar root to grow rapidly, so as to realize the modeling idea as soon as possible. After that, the used branches can be cut off and repaired without leaving obvious traces. If a new branch cannot be cultivated where necessary, it is also feasible to use the grafting method to make a new branch. In the course of cultivation or a period after cultivation, if you need to put on the basin and turn the basin, the root should be trimmed as little as possible to enhance its relative growth advantage.

Second, to cultivate a stump of a short and strong tree, or to change the undesirable thickness transition on the trunk, the use of sacrificing branches is a convenient and quick way. According to the need, the branch can be set up in one or more places, or it can be set up step by step. For beauty, the sacrificial branches should be placed on the back of the stump as far as possible to avoid leaving indecent scars after cutting. For successive settings, it is generally appropriate to proceed from the bottom up.

When necessary, sacrificial branches can also be used to "carve" the trunk, such as changing the outer edge of the bend that is too smooth, or collapsing, etc., can be achieved artificially with the help of sacrificial branches.

Third, strong branches by the same token, sacrificed branches can also be used to shape the support of branches. Especially for those branches that are relatively thin in the lower part, it is difficult to change the proportional relationship that has been formed without extraordinary methods. The use of sacrifice is obviously a shortcut to improve the adverse situation. The sacrificial branch is generally located at the tip of the branch support, and it can also be located in other parts of the branch support at the same time. It is necessary to maintain a certain relative height advantage in order to achieve the purpose of supernormal growth and thickening.

In the use of the above-mentioned methods, we must follow a principle, that is, the long-term balance of the cultivation of sacrificial branches should be coordinated with the whole plant, and it should be controlled within an appropriate range, and the time of utilization should be flexibly mastered according to the needs. not only to achieve a specific molding purpose, but also can not too affect the survival of other important parts. The extension of branches should minimize the shading of important parts. If the germination is strong and grows in a conspicuous place, it can also be pruned and repeated year after year to avoid excessive scars.