Hawthorn
double trunk

Hawthorn double trunk progression by Harry Harrington

This case study shows the collection of a Hawthorn tree and its training as a double-trunk style Bonsai. After being spotted the tree was chopped back significantly and left to recover.

About a year later the Hawthorn bonsai responded well and started growing strongly again. In order to force the tree to grow a dens root-system a trench was dug around the tree, cutting through its thickest roots.

Hawthorn twin bonsai

Pictures 1 and 2: the yamadori plant in nature

Hawthorn twin bonsai

Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
After two years the tree was collected from the forest and put in a large container. Regular pruning will make the branch structure finer.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
Another year of pruning regularly.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
The tree after 4 to 5 years of training.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
The tree after 4 to 5 years of training.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
After about 6 years in training.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
The finished tree.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
Closeup of the Nebari.
Hawthorn Bonsai by Harry Harrington
Closeup of the apex.

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