This Buckthorn will make a big bunjin with over 1 meter tall. Only a few branches will be kept in the end to create a minimalistic canopy. From now on I will barely use wire and use directional pruning to exacerbate the geometric growth pattern of this species.
Before wiring.
After wiring.
A stub near the apex is removed.
The wood from the Buckthorn is surprisingly hard and shows an incendiary color.
The contour is shaved with a knife to expose the cambium.
Cut paste is applied on the wound.
