Shimpaku Juniper Bonsai
NameShimpaku Juniper Bonsai
Species NameJuniperus chinensis 'Shimpaku'
Common NameShimpaku Juniper
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)50
Container TypeUnglazed ceramic pot
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresdeadwood (jin/shari), textured bark, taper, curved trunk
Foliage TypeScale-like needles
Height (cm)45
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitygood
Notable FeaturesProminent deadwood (shari) on the trunk, dense foliage pads, excellent ramification.
Description
This refined Shimpaku Juniper bonsai features a gracefully curved trunk with prominent deadwood (shari) running along its length, contrasting beautifully with the live vein. Its dense, scale-like foliage is meticulously shaped into distinct pads, showcasing years of careful cultivation and styling. The tree exhibits excellent ramification and a well-developed nebari.
