Compact Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper Bonsai Styled by Peter Olson
Due to California agricultural restrictions, this tree cannot be shipped to California. These restrictions are imposed by the State of California and apply to many growers shipping plants from regulated areas.
This is the exact tree shown in the photographs.
This is a really nice compact Itoigawa Shimpaku. It has a thick trunk, good movement and a full canopy that makes the tree feel much larger than its measurements.
Peter Olson styled the tree, set the branches and opened up the canopy so you can see the structure underneath. The trunk has aged bark, an exposed section of deadwood and a strong bend before the canopy moves out to the right. The foliage is healthy and dense, with plenty of branching to continue refining the pads.
At only 11 inches from the table to the apex, this tree is easy to display, but the 14-inch spread gives it a broad and powerful appearance. It is planted in a simple 10-inch Yixing ceramic pot that works well with the tree.
Tree Details
- Common Name: Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper
- Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Itoigawa’
- Styled By: Peter Olson
- Height: Approximately 11 inches from the table to the apex
- Spread: Approximately 14 inches
- Pot: Approximately 10-inch Yixing ceramic bonsai pot
- Location: Massachusetts
- Photographed: September 29, 2026
- Availability: One of a kind. You will receive the exact tree shown.
Care and Continued Refinement
Itoigawa junipers should be grown outdoors with plenty of sunlight and good airflow. Water thoroughly when the soil begins to approach dryness, but do not allow the root ball to dry out completely. The existing wire should be checked regularly and removed before it begins to mark the branches.
Shipping Confidence
This tree ships from our Massachusetts nursery. We carefully secure the pot and protect the trunk, branches, foliage and soil before packing it for shipment.
Photography Note
Photographed September 29, 2026. Color and appearance may vary slightly with seasonal growth, lighting and normal changes in a living tree.
Please Note
This is a living tree and will continue to change throughout the seasons. Minor needle or foliage loss during shipping is normal.
All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final. No refunds, returns or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, its care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out. We’re happy to help.
We ship thousands of bonsai trees and supplies each year, and every order is packed with care by our team. Live trees are watered, secured, and packaged to help them arrive safely and ready for their new home.
Live bonsai trees generally ship early in the week, Monday and Tuesday, to reduce time in transit. Tools, pots, soil, fertilizer, and other non-living items usually ship throughout the week.
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