thuan L.
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« on: February 08, 2013, 08:02 PM » |
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Here's a question based on forest composition. I know trees in forests plantings are supposed to be odd numbered. My question is are twin trunks considered one tree or two in a forest planting? I have 4 olive trees and one of them is a twin trunk. Does that make 5 in the forest or still 4?
Thanks!
Thuan
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« Reply #1 on: February 08, 2013, 09:02 PM » |
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Feel free to disregard this response as its not the kind you're looking for, but if it looks good w/ the 4th tree, use it. Don't let the "rule" prevent your enjoyment of a good composition.
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thuan L.
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« Reply #2 on: February 08, 2013, 10:19 PM » |
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Sound advice, I was just wondering if there was a rule of thumb.
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« Reply #3 on: February 09, 2013, 08:35 AM » |
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The rule is per tree not per trunk. A tree is a trunk emerging from the soil whether it stays one trunk or splits into more than one, so long as there is one trunk emerging from the soil. A twin trunk is two trunks emerging from the same root system.
Bonsai rules have limitations imo. This one for instance. With low numbers it works; with high numbers its insignificant; to the extent that it is aesthetics. If you consider it something more than aesthetics, then follow it to the "T", and don't walk under a ladder or let a black cat cross your path etc. Meanwhile, you will not see a meaningful difference between a 34 tree grouping and a 35 tree grouping. Reduce your numbers and at some point you will identify a point where it makes a difference depending on the grouping. I have seen low numbered even numbered plantings that look great but will be frowned upon by those who dwell in ivory towers....
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thuan L.
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« Reply #4 on: February 09, 2013, 02:23 PM » |
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Thanks Don! I figure if I can avoid it I'll go traditional route but if it looks too good the way it is then we shall have to break some rules!
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