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Spread of Branches

枝振

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In a word

Spread of Branches is a plant-related element that brings seasonality, shade, texture, or time to a garden.

Overview

Spread of Branches brings seasonality and time to the garden. Leaves, branches, shadow, and growth change the scenery from season to season.

A gardener's perspective

Spread of Branches is not complete when planted. Growth and pruning gradually integrate it into the scenery, shaping branches, density, and shadow.

How to observe it in a garden

When observing Spread of Branches, look beyond leaves or flowers. Branch form, shadow, and spacing reveal how the plant shapes time and season.

Also known as

Spread of Branches

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