Promoting the art of Bonsai in Northern Ireland

Tree 25: Scots Pine

Tree Species: Scots Pine (Pinus Sylvestris)

Owner: Ian Young – NIBS member since 1993 and current club Chairperson

Potter if Known: Jackson Conn – NI Potter

History: 

This tree was in an enthusiasts scrap pile having been badly wire scarred. Ian saw the tree and thought it had potential and bought it for£5!

During a repot the lowest branch turned out to be a seperate tree which was removed, styled and sold safely covering the original outlay :-)

sometimes storms help restyle trees!

Here the tree has been greatly reduced to a few bits of foliage and then expanded over the next 10 years. The longer deadwood feature at the top was eventually removed by a pigeon on landing!