A small species of pinus was much prized, and, when dwarfed in the manner of the chinese — Robert Fortune
Stunted varieties were generally chosen, particularly if they had the side branches opposite or regular — Robert Fortune
The plants are principally kept in large pots arranged in rows along the sides of narrow paved walks — Robert Fortune
This may be done by grafting, by confining the roots, withholding water, bending the branches — Robert Fortune