Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper Bonsai with Old Deadwood
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 one of those trees that gets better the closer you look. Peter Olson styled this Itoigawa and brought out its best feature, which is the old trunk.
The live vein twists through a large area of natural-looking deadwood, with hollows, old branch stubs and small jins throughout the tree. There is a lot of character packed into a fairly compact size. Peter arranged the branches around the trunk so the best sections remain visible from the front.
The foliage is healthy and there is plenty of growth to work with as the pads continue to develop. It measures 15 inches from the table to the apex, with a 13-inch spread, and is planted in a wide 12-inch Yixing ceramic pot.
Tree Details
- Common Name: Itoigawa Shimpaku Juniper
- Botanical Name: Juniperus chinensis ‘Itoigawa’
- Styled By: Peter Olson
- Height: Approximately 15 inches from the table to the apex
- Spread: Approximately 13 inches
- Pot: Approximately 12-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 tree is currently wired, so check the wire regularly and remove it 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, soil and existing deadwood 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 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.
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