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Existing Bonsai A To Z Entry for Judging Criteria Judging Criteria  - (Bonsai Exhibitions) There are several key aspects which are considered in judging a bonsai in bonsai competitions.  The following list describes the key areas  which are usually individually weighted in "scoring" a tree, although at the end of the day significant personal interpretation and judgement is applied when considering these aspects : - Overall artistic effect - Trunk base and root spread - Trunk structure, taper and bark - Precision of pruning, wiring and pot position - Presentation and health of tree and any underplanting or moss. - Miniaturisation of leaves

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