A Bluebell with Wild Movement and Grape Scented Flowers
LOCAL PICKUP ONLY at our Massachusetts retail store. It is currently too cold to ship this tropical tree.
You will receive the exact tree and pot shown in the photographs.
Bluebells are a wonderful match for Cosmic styling, and this one shows why. The thick, twisting trunk rises above a web of exposed roots, with movement carried right out into the fine branches. There’s a lot to enjoy before it even flowers. When Bluebells bloom, their little purple flowers have a surprisingly strong, sweet grape fragrance.
We let the branches on these trees go wild until there’s enough growth for Laurent Darrieux, the creator of Cosmic bonsai, to work with. That length gives him room to create the tight twists and curling branches that make his Cosmic style so distinctive. On this tree, the branches sweep out and down around the heavier trunk, giving it a broad, almost weeping appearance.
Laurent intentionally defoliated it for styling, so the photos show the intricate branch work without the leaves. It is still wired and will continue developing as it grows. Flowering will depend on growth and conditions; it isn’t being offered in bloom.
The turquoise Yixing pot and green moss make a beautiful setting for those exposed roots. At 12 inches tall and 13 inches wide, it’s a chance to own a compact example of Laurent’s work, with fragrance to look forward to as well.
Tree Details
- SKU: WEB19869
- Common Name: Cosmic Style Exposed Root Bluebell
- Botanical Name: Trifidacanthus unifoliolatus
- Height: Approximately 12 inches from table to apex
- Spread: Approximately 13 inches
- Pot: 8-inch turquoise glazed Yixing ceramic pot
- Styled By: Laurent Darrieux; intentionally defoliated for styling
- Location: Local pickup only at our Massachusetts retail store
- Availability: One of a kind. You will receive the exact tree and pot shown.
Care and Continued Refinement
Keep this tropical tree warm, with bright light and protection from frost and cold drafts. Check the soil beneath the moss before watering; the moss alone does not tell you how wet the root ball is. Water thoroughly when needed and let excess water drain. Monitor the existing wire as new growth develops.
Pickup Information
Pickup is at our Massachusetts retail store. Contact us to coordinate collection and bring the tree home in a warm vehicle, protected from cold air. Shipping is unavailable during the current cold weather.
Photography Note
Photographed November 12, 2026. Color and appearance may vary slightly with lighting, seasonal growth and normal changes in a living tree. The photos show the tree intentionally defoliated for styling; foliage will change as new growth develops.
Please Note
This is a living tree and will continue to change throughout the seasons. 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.
Bonsai Outlet is a licensed nursery, not just a warehouse. We follow the proper inspection and certification requirements for shipping live plants across state lines. When a state requires additional documentation, such as a nematode certificate or nursery inspection certificate, we work to ensure the proper requirements are met before shipping.
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