Mature Kishu Shimpaku Juniper Pre-Bonsai – 23" Spread, 2.75" Trunk, Started from Cutting in 1986

Mature Kishu Shimpaku Juniper Pre-Bonsai – 23" Spread, 2.75" Trunk, Started from Cutting in 1986

This is the exact Kishu Shimpaku Juniper pre-bonsai you will receive. Started from a cutting in 1986 by Gerald Rainville, this rare tree offers a powerful combination of age, trunk character, compact foliage, and broad presence.

This tree has an impressive 23" spread with a mature approximately 2.75" trunk, established movement, aged bark, and visible deadwood character. The foliage is full and dense, with compact Kishu growth and small juniper berries visible throughout the canopy.

Kishu Shimpaku is highly valued for bonsai because of its tight foliage, strong refinement potential, and ability to develop clean, compact pads over time. This tree is listed as pre-bonsai, but the age, trunk quality, and decades of development are already clearly present.

Due to USDA restrictions, junipers cannot be shipped to California.

Why This Tree Stands Out

• Started from cutting in 1986
• Rare Kishu Shimpaku Juniper material from a limited group acquired by Bonsai Outlet
• Approximately 2.75" trunk with mature bark and strong presence
• Broad 23" spread with a full, substantial canopy
• Compact Kishu foliage with visible juniper berries
• Exact tree shown is the tree you will receive
• Outdoor cold-hardy bonsai material for experienced bonsai enthusiasts and collectors

Tree Details

• Species: Kishu Shimpaku Juniper
• Type: Mature pre-bonsai
• Started: 1986 from cutting
• Original Grower: Gerald Rainville
• Height: 17" from soil to apex
• Spread: 23"
• Trunk: Approximately 2.75"
• Pot: 12.5" mica pot
• Placement: Outdoor bonsai tree
• Photographed: June 18, 2026
• Photos: The tree shown is the exact tree you will receive

About This Tree

This Kishu Shimpaku has the scale and age that make mature juniper material so exciting. The trunk rises with natural movement, aged surface texture, and deadwood character, while the broad canopy gives the tree a strong visual presence even before future refinement.

Since acquiring this group of trees, Bonsai Outlet has focused on keeping them healthy and strong. This tree offers an excellent opportunity to continue developing rare, long-grown Kishu Shimpaku material with an already established foundation.

Shipping Confidence

This tree ships from our Massachusetts nursery. Bonsai Outlet carefully packs each tree to help protect the trunk, branches, foliage, pot, and soil during transit. Some minor soil movement or light shifting can happen during shipping, but each tree is packed with care by people who understand bonsai.

Please Note

All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final – no refunds, returns, or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out—we’re happy to help.