Cloud pruning

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A small, manicured tree at the Morikami Japanese Garden.

THE ART OF CREATIVE PRUNING, J. HOBSON No ordinary book about pruning, rather a creative one that unveils sculptural landscapes and free-form ‘organi

Cloud pruning is a Japanese method of training trees and shrubs into shapes resembling clouds. It is known as 'Niwaki', the translation of which is 'garden tree'.

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The Japanese have a habit of harmonizing every bit of detail in their surroundings with one another. It's a habit that usually reflects in their gardens

A What is cloud pruning? Andrew Stark Landscape design with cloud pruned Japanese Maple Cloud pruning is a unique and artistic technique used to shape plants into soft, billowy cloud-like forms. It originated in Japan and has gained popularity worldwide. This technique involves selectively pruning and training branches to create a sculptural effect, mimicking the […]

Sophie meets a topiary and cloud pruning specialist to see how he transforms humble shrubs into living works of art.