This creative idea uses plastic string as a substitute for bonsai wire to guide branches in the desired direction. The method involves tying the plastic string to the branch that needs shaping, with the other end attached to a stake anchored in the ground. The tension of the string can be adjusted to gradually control the branch’s growth without damaging the bark. This method is more flexible, cost-effective, and reduces the risk of injury to the plant compared to using wire. #bonsai #bonsaitree