One-Of-A-Kind Gerald Rainville Grown Kishu Shimpaku
This Gerald Rainville grown Kishu Shimpaku has just undergone its first styling by John Romano (August 10, 2025). With over 35 years of development, this pre-bonsai carries Rainville’s unmistakable trunk movement and character, now refined with an initial framework that sets the stage for its future.
The tree stands 17” tall with a 20” spread in an 11.5” mica training pot—a substantial presence with a powerful trunk and compact foliage pads already forming. The elegant trunk movement gives it quiet strength, while the freshly styled branching hints at its incredible potential as a refined bonsai.
Why This Tree Matters
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Grown by Gerald Rainville
A revered Canadian bonsai artist with four decades of experience. His trees are known for their age, movement, and quiet power. -
Styled by John Romano
First styling completed August 10, 2025—setting the foundation for refined development. -
True Kishu Shimpaku (Juniperus chinensis ‘Kishu’)
Known for tight foliage, natural movement, and superior refinement qualities. -
35+ Years Old
Far beyond standard nursery stock—this tree has lived decades of intentional development. -
Authentic & Legal
Imported under strict USDA guidelines. Fully verified and legally available in the U.S. -
Rare Early Access
Once styled further, its value will increase—or it may remain in our collection. This is your chance to own a piece of bonsai history now.
Tree Details
- Species: Shimpaku Juniper (Juniperus chinensis var. ‘Kishu’)
- Age: 35+ years
- Styling: First styled by John Romano (August 10, 2025)
- Pot: Mica training pot – 11.5”
- Dimensions: 17” tall x 20” spread
- Photos: Taken August 27, 2025. Each listing includes one photo of the exact tree.
For Serious Enthusiasts Only
These are professional-grade pre-bonsai. Whether you’re looking to create your next showpiece or want to invest in a rare tree with real age and potential, this is your moment.
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.
About Gerald Rainville
Gerald Rainville was a legendary Canadian bonsai grower, best known for his stunning Kishu Shimpaku and Japanese Black Pines. Starting in the late 1980s, Gerald spent nearly four decades developing trees with patience and precision, often incorporating traditional Japanese methods.
His trees are instantly recognizable for their natural movement, aged trunks, and refined deadwood. He leaves behind a lasting legacy—and owning one of his trees is like holding a living piece of North American bonsai history.
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.
