Trunk chopping

[QuintinBonsai]

I've heard that when you chop the trunk of a tree you are not supposed to chop at an angle, but instead straight across. Why is this so? Wouldn't you want to chop at an angle to develop better movement?

 

[Redwood Ryan]

Here's a great article on trunk chopping that I've learned a lot from:

http://bonsaijournal.com/beginners-trunk-chop-101.php

 

[QuintinBonsai]

Thank you! That diagram explains alot.

 

[Baldemotions]

Another good read is Brent's article on growing trunks for bonsai. There is a section called How To Make The Cuts. he whole article is a great read. http://evergreengardenworks.com/trunks.htm

 

[milehigh_7]

Read everything on Brent's site then rinse and repeat.