Bonsai styles reflect how trees grow in nature, shaped by wind, light, cliffs, storms, and competition. This Longwood Gardens guide explains the five basic styles—formal upright, informal upright, slanting, cascade, and semi-cascade—along with related forms like broom, literati, forest, and raft. It shows how each style balances horticulture, aesthetics, and the tree’s natural character. [longwoodgardens.org]
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