Bonsoi

I've only seen pictures of bonsai trees and never really thought about the process. I know espalier trees are grown against walls and made to conform to the design against the wall by cutting and tying the trunk and branches. But I've never done that myself.

Bonsai is an art. There are people shaping the branches but I am not sure about the roots. We do cut those branches and removes some of the leaves so that they will bloom flowers.

That’s a very real reaction, and it’s understandable. When you first see the process behind bonsai—cutting roots, trimming branches, wiring and shaping—it can feel harsh, even unnatural. It’s easy to view it as a kind of control over something that should be growing freely. But for many, bonsai is less about control and more about quiet artistry—an expression of patience, care, and deep respect for nature. Rather than forcing a tree into shape, it’s about guiding its growth thoughtfully, revealing beauty through balance and simplicity over time. That said, not everyone will connect with it, and that’s perfectly okay. It’s good that you listened to your gut and stepped away. Appreciating nature can take many forms—sometimes, the most meaningful connection is simply letting things grow wild and free.

I never liked Bonsai trees, I always thought that they are crated "against nature rules".

I have seen bonsai trees in gardens I wonder how these tress grow so this is the main reason for the tree.

Quite boring too Mind you the Japs were a cruel people in WW2