35+ Year Gerald Rainville Dawn Redwood Bonsai – Formal Upright with Tiered Branching No. 22688

35-Year-Old Dawn Redwood Bonsai Grown by Gerald Rainville – Rare Pre-Bonsai with Museum-Worthy Taper

35-Year-Old Dawn Redwood Bonsai Grown by Gerald Rainville – Upright Pre-Bonsai with Tiered Structure

This 20” Dawn Redwood presents a commanding formal upright form with carefully placed tiered branches. Styled by P. Olson on August 26, 2025, the trunk rises powerfully before narrowing into refined movement, while the layered branch pads hint at a traditional Japanese silhouette. Its textured bark and balanced proportions make it a standout in this historic batch.

Why This Tree Matters

• Grown by Gerald Rainville – Four decades of bonsai mastery built into this tree.
• True Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides) – Deciduous conifer with glowing seasonal foliage.
• 35+ Years Old – Strong taper, aged bark, and mature proportions.
• Formal Upright Style – Classic silhouette with well-structured tiered branches.
• Rare Early Access – Ready for refinement into a show-quality specimen.

Tree Details

• Species: Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides)
• Age: 35+ years
• Styling: Styled by P. Olson (August 26, 2025)
• Pot: Plastic training pot
• Dimensions: 20” tall x 13” wide x 9.5” pot
• Photographed August 27, 2025
• Ships from our Massachussetts Nursery

Delivery Options

Free Delivery to Bonsai Nationals (Rochester, NY – September 2025):
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• If no comment is included, pickup will default to NEBG (Bellingham, MA)

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For Serious Collectors Only

These are professional-grade pre-bonsai. If you’re ready to invest in something rare, aged, and full of potential—this is your opportunity.
Every tree is one-of-a-kind. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Please Note

• Trees are sold as-is
• All sales are final – no refunds or exchanges
• Buyer assumes care responsibility upon pickup or delivery

About Gerald Rainville

Gerald Rainville was one of Canada’s most respected bonsai growers. With nearly four decades of experience growing Japanese Black Pines, Shimpaku Junipers, and Dawn Redwoods, his trees reflect a deep understanding of age, structure, and harmony. His work continues to inspire professionals across North America—and these Dawn Redwoods are among his rarest and most refined legacy offerings.