Originally posted on Michael Hagedorn:
Hinoki means ‘sun tree’ in Japanese. It tends to grow bolt upright, like a flagpole with foliage. Hinoki Cypress, Chamaecyparis obtusa, is a popular species for bonsai with intense green foliage sprays covering its branches. This is one of the conifers we can pinch. Let it grow to ramp up energy, then in mid-season cut back the larger shoots with… Continue reading Tips on Training Hinoki Cypress