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Eastern White Pine
Pinus strobus
Botanical family : PinaceaeWhite Pine, shohin
Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus). Acquisition Date : 12/18/23. Acquisition method : Yamadori
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United States
Indiana
Dfa
Continental climate with a hot summer, without dry season
Climate with hot and often humid summers, and cold winters. It experiences a strong temperature variation between seasons.

Hokidachi
The Hokidachi style
Broom style

The Hokidachi style in bonsai is characterized by a straight and vertical trunk rising from the base of the tree. This trunk is strong and slender. However, what distinguishes the Hokidachi style is the arrangement of the branches. The branches of the Hokidachi are arranged to form horizontal levels or distinct tiers along the trunk. Each level consists of well-spaced branches, creating a balanced and orderly appearance.
The leaves or needles of the Hokidachi bonsai are generally small and fine, and they are distributed along the branches in a symmetrical manner. The roots of the Hokidachi bonsai are also well-developed and symmetrical, thus reinforcing the impression of harmony.
In summary, the Hokidachi style is characterized by a vertical trunk with horizontal branches, symmetry in the arrangement of leaves or needles, and balanced roots. This creates an elegant and balanced aesthetic for the Hokidachi bonsai.
Acquisition Date : 12/18/23 (2 years)
Acquisition method : Yamadori
Owner's note :
Pinus strobus, commonly called the eastern white pine, northern white pine, white pine, Weymouth pine (British), and soft pine
collected from yard December of 2023
slip pot transfer September 2025
Slip potted mid May 2026 because roots were pushing the tree out of pot.
Location : Bench