John Naka Bonsai Techniques 1 Pdf

: Removing tender young shoots with fingers to encourage dense ramification (branching).

Contrary to modern "akadama-only" trends, Naka was pragmatic. He offered soil mixes based on what was available locally (sand, peat, grit). He included a lunar chart (controversial even then) but focused on the biological necessity of root pruning. John Naka Bonsai Techniques 1 Pdf

Directing growth to create "clouds" of foliage. : Removing tender young shoots with fingers to