I. OBJECTIVES
As a result of studying this section of the Intermediate
Bonsai Syllabus, viewing audio visual presentations, or
participating in other activities provided by an instructo
you will be able to:
1. Describe the principal identifying features of info
upright style bonsai which distinguish it from oth
bonsai styles.
2. Using an appropriate stock plant, create an inform
upright style bonsai in training.
II. GENERAL
A. The informal upright style bonsai is one of several sty
having relatively upright trunks. It is also the style tr
taught in Introduction to Bonsai - A Course Syllabus.
B. The informal upright style bonsai is the most commo
style in which trees are designed. It imparts gentle
rhythmic movement, balance and grace.
III. INFORMAL UPRIGHT STYLE BONSAI DEFINED
A. An informal upright style bonsai is:
1. One in which the trunk emerges from the soil
at an angle, curves one or more times between
the base and the apex, and has an apex which is
above its base when viewed from the front.
2. The most popular shape of bonsai, especially
for pine, juniper, oak and other conifers. It is
also a good style for pomegranate, maple, plum
and apple.