One-of-a-Kind Japanese Black Pine Bonsai (Seed-Grown 1988)
If you’re looking for a Japanese Black Pine with real history, and the character that only decades can create, this is it. Grown from seed in 1988, this one-of-a-kind Japanese Black Pine has been patiently cultivated into a compact, powerful bonsai with rugged bark, strong structure, and the presence that makes JBP a cornerstone species for serious bonsai enthusiasts.
This tree was developed by Gerald Rainville, known for his long-term, health-first approach to growing Japanese Black Pines. This tree was moved to a Tokoname Grow pot in 2024, and given it's first styling in 2026. It’s a rare opportunity to own mature, seed-grown material with authentic provenance and future potential.
Key Features
- Seed-Grown: 1988
- Height: 8" (soil to apex)
- Spread: 14.5"
- Pot: #8 Japanese Tokoname grow pot
- Photograph: January 21, 2026
- Ships From: Massachusetts
- One-of-a-Kind: The tree shown is the exact tree you’ll receive
Why It’s Special
- Authentic age and development: Seed-grown Japanese Black Pines of this caliber are increasingly difficult to source.
- Collector-grade provenance: Cultivated by Gerald Rainville with decades of careful progression.
- Long-term bonsai potential: Strong structure and compact size make it an ideal candidate for continued refinement.
Note: This premium bonsai has been meticulously cared for, including regular watering, fertilizing, and pruning. Once the tree leaves our nursery, future care becomes the responsibility of the buyer. By purchasing, you acknowledge that Bonsai Outlet offers no warranties after shipment. All one-of-a-kind trees are sold "as is," with no refunds or exchanges. Please ask any care-related questions before purchasing.
Learning Resources and Bonsai Tree Care Guides:
Bonsai trees are not all the same - and neither is their care. Read our specific care sheets for individual bonsai species. Read the Bonsai Care Guides
Shipping Bonsai Trees:
Bonsai trees are generally shipped on Mondays & Tuesdays to avoid having them stay in the boxes for any extra time over the weekends.
Shipping Non-Tree Items
All non-bonsai items such as bonsai pots and bonsai supplies are shipped within 48 hours of receiving payment. Most orders are shipped either the same day or the next day, depending on the time of day the order is received.
Important Guidelines:
** We cannot ship to a FPO, APO, P.O. Box or to locations in Alaska, Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Hawaii or anywhere internationally.
** All Bonsai are shipped direct from the nursery and may ship separately from other items purchased via the Bonsai Outlet.
** If extreme weather is expected, we may delay shipping your Bonsai tree to guarantee a healthy arrival; in such a case we will contact you. We are shipping living trees and must be conscious of the temperature conditions to the delivery address, as well as, while in transit. That said, we reserve the right to hold the tree(s) to guarantee a healthy delivery. We will Hold Your Tree Until It is Safe to Ship.
