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Sylvestris (Scotch Pine), Pinus Mugo (Mountain Pine) and the Pinus
Parviflora (Japanese White Pine).
Although not easy to care for (and not at all easy to style either), the

Japanese Black Pine is a classic species of tree to use for Bonsai
purposes, also very popular in Japan. Pinus species that have short
needles are most suitable to grow Bonsai from. Black Pines are very
tolerant of poor conditions, surviving in nature on nutrient-lacking soils.
The tree has thick needles up to 4’’ (12cm) long, which can be shortened

by regular pinching.

Example of a Pine Bonsai tree, by Mauro Stemberger

Specific care guidelines

Position: Outside with lots of sun, this also helps decrease the needle
size (needles grow longer if the tree doesn’t get enough sunlight). Pine

trees are very hardy, but still need to be protected during the winter as
they are planted in small pots.
Watering: Be careful not to over-water, as Pines dislike permanent moist.

Good drainage is required.

Feeding: Use a normal fertilizer on a monthly base to keep the tree
healthy.