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Originally Posted by Will_Heath
more the slant, the more it will need rootage on the opposite side. The less the slant, the less the need for the counter-balance.
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Finally.
If the center of gravity of the leaning tree falls
WITHIN the area covered by the compressed roots on the lean side, the compressed roots have the ability to hold the tree. In this case there is no real need for counterbalance opposite to the lean side.
This is what Al was demonstrating.
If the center of gravity falls
BEYOND the surface covered by the compressed roots, there will be a need for counterbalance opposite to the lean side.
This is what Will was trying to emphasize.
And it is very true, that a cascading bonsai would look ridiculous without roots away from the lean.
So, guys, both of you have truth in what you are saying.
As for the insults, that's part of the entertainment for the rest of us.
I have to admit that I am a hockey fan, and fights are part of the game. As long as you don't hurt each-other too much, it's all good.
Take care
Attila
P.S.: Yesterday we had a lot of fun watching Walter Pall and his demo at Descanso Gardens. He mentioned BonsaiTalk and said that "you guys" all know how to write, but not too many know how to read each other's posts. This demo was very special to me since I learned something new and exciting about how to bring the beauty out of a trunk that seems boring.
But that's another subject.