Scots Pine varieties and origins--differences?

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Just discovered that there are quite a few varieties of Scots Pines with subtle differences depending on their geographic region--Scotland, Spain, Russia, Turkey etc. Is anyone familiar with these varieties? Is one a superior candidate for bonsai? I suppose I am looking for which one is the Mikawa of the Scots Pines. Or, similarly which is the japanese larch of the group? I assume they are all pretty close, but one will have slightly shorter needles, better back-budding, better bark, whatever. Anyways, if someone has some insight, I would love to hear about it.
 

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Interesting question. I haven't seen any discussion on different varieties here. -- I think Bill Valavanis has a dwarf Scotts pine and there is supposedly another one out there, but it's incredibly rare from what I've heard. Bill might have some answers for you if he pipes in.

I would also ask this question on one of the European forums if I were you... (and then share what you learn here... ;) ) -- Try the Internet Bonsai Club: http://www.internetbonsaiclub.com/

I look forward to hearing more. :)
 

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Bill's Scots is called an 'RAF'. I've searched for the meaning of 'RAF' and for the life of me I can't find it.
Wish someone would explain what it means.
 
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Bill's Scots is called an 'RAF'. I've searched for the meaning of 'RAF' and for the life of me I can't find it.
Wish someone would explain what it means.

It is a variety taken from a witches broom by R ichard A. Fennichia in Rochester, NY.

See Williams new book "Classical Bonsai Art" for further details.
 
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