Scots pine

The Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris) bonsai is a conifer appreciated for its robustness and timeless beauty. This pine is distinguished by its sinuous, gnarled trunk and unique bark that cracks with age, revealing hues ranging from red ochre to red grey. This natural process adds character to the tree, making it perfect for bonsai enthusiasts looking to recreate the look of an ancient tree.

Its foliage, made up of long needles grouped in pairs, has a blue-green colour that can be reduced and refined by regular pruning. This gives the tree a denser, more balanced appearance. Thanks to its wood, which is still supple when young, Scots Pine is particularly well suited to binding and shaping, allowing great flexibility in the choice of styles. It lends itself to a variety of styles, such as informal straight, wind-beaten or scholarly, offering a multitude of creative possibilities.

Scots Pine bonsai is also renowned for its longevity and adaptability. It is acclimatised to many environments, but prefers cooler, mountainous climates. These characteristics make it a hardy tree that, once well trained, will evolve slowly but surely over the years, creating a bonsai of great beauty and authenticity.