These living sculptures, crafted by dedicated bonsai enthusiasts, have captured the admiration of visitors and locals alike with their intricate designs and lush greenery.

In recent times, a striking Sanh tree situated in front of a jewelry store in Hai Phu commune, Hai Hau district, Nam Dinh province, has attracted numerous admirers. Visitors are drawn to its impressive size, unique shape, and the lush foliage that covers it from root to tip. The tree has become a sensation on social media, with many sharing photos of its remarkable form.

The Sanh tree is planted in front of the jewelry store owned by Doan Van Tuyen and his wife, Luu Thi Hue. It was originally planted over 40 years ago by Luu Van Chuc, Hue's father. For the past 30 years, Tuyen has meticulously cared for and shaped the tree, transforming it into a masterpiece of bonsai art.

The Sanh tree boasts a dense canopy of vibrant foliage. In feng shui, the Sanh tree is believed to bring prosperity and good fortune to its owner. It also symbolizes growth, harmony, and the unity of family members.

With over 35 rounded canopies, the largest of which exceeds 1 meter in diameter, the tree stands approximately 5 meters tall and spans more than 6 meters in width.

Tuyen explained that the tree has been styled in the "old man" shape, with its canopies layered in a tiered, interwoven manner. From above, the tree's overall form resembles an inverted conical hat, presenting a visually appealing sight.

This Sanh tree, planted by Tuyen's father-in-law over 40 years ago, has undergone shaping and pruning for about 30 years. Tuyen and his wife take turns watering the tree daily, and he prunes it approximately every two months, a process that takes two days each time.

A distinctive feature of this Sanh tree is its dense foliage, which grows from the base to the top, creating a lush green appearance. Tuyen shared that the tree was once even taller, but a portion of its trunk was removed to make way for road construction.

In the same Hai Hau district, a gateway formed by a Sanh tree at the home of Tran Van Viet, 56, in Hai Chau commune, has garnered significant attention. Viet refers to it as the "flying fairy gate," created from four Sanh trees, with a height of about 6 meters and a width of 10 meters.

Viet skillfully sculpted the two-tiered roof, incorporating graceful, flowing lines. He explained, "I carefully select the tree species to ensure strong roots, often choosing the Nam Dien Sanh variety. I started planting this tree in 2008, and while it has been nearly 20 years, I still need a few more months to shape the star on the gate for it to be complete."

According to Viet, the most challenging phase of shaping the tree was bending the branches and canopies to fit the framework. As time passed, shaping became easier. "Besides tending to the tree, I personally trim it using a specialized cutting machine every 1–2 months. For higher sections, I set up scaffolding to facilitate the work," Viet explained.

Planted in 2008, Viet's "flying fairy gate" consists of four Sanh trees, standing around 6 meters tall and spanning 10 meters wide. Despite being shaped for 16 years, Viet's Sanh tree masterpiece remains a work in progress. "I need a few more months to complete the star on the gate for the creation to be finalized," he said.