Roseapple Myrtle (Syzygium buxifolium) – A Beautiful 8-Year-Old Bonsai and One of the Best Xmas Gift Ideas
Christmas Flowering & Fruiting Twisty Evergreen Indoor Roseapple Bonsai
Fruiting & flowering Roseapple / Myrtle bonsai tree gift for Christmas with FREE UK delivery!
Overall Height ~ 28cm Age: 8yrs

Christmas Flowering & Fruiting Twisty Evergreen Indoor Roseapple Bonsai

£52.98

SKU: Christmas84

Free Delivery by Saturday 24th October available

This bundle includes:

Standard Roseapple Myrtle build a bonsai

Twisty Standard S-Shaped Oriental Roseapple (Syzygium Buxifolium) - Cream summer flowers

PLastic drip tray

Small Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray

Merry Christmas Fir & Berries Air-Filled Balloon

Merry Christmas Fir & Berries Air-Filled Balloon

You can add a custom Gift Message and personalisation to your order as well as purchase some of our most popular Bonsai Care Products after clicking Add to Basket.

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A stunning 8-year-old Roseapple Myrtle (Syzygium buxifolium) bonsai — one of the best Xmas gift ideas for plant lovers. With red-toned bark, blush-tipped leaves, ivory flowers and autumn fruits, this elegant tree brings year-round beauty and meaning. Presented in a navy blue pot with a dark non-ceramic tray, and a festive balloon, it arrives ready to give and enjoy.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1xTwisty Standard S-Shaped Oriental Roseapple (Syzygium Buxifolium) - Cream summer flowers
  • 1xSmall Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray
  • 1xMerry Christmas Fir & Berries Air-Filled Balloon
Description

Roseapple Myrtle (Syzygium buxifolium) – A Beautiful 8-Year-Old Bonsai and One of the Best Xmas Gift Ideas

A Thoughtful, Stylish and Meaningful Christmas Present

If you’re searching for truly special Xmas gift ideas, an 8-year-old Roseapple Myrtle bonsai offers beauty, symbolism and year-round interest. This elegant indoor variety, also known as Syzygium buxifolium, displays a naturally twisted trunk with red-toned, textured bark that instantly adds character to any room. The miniature pointed leaves show soft blush-red tips during summer, followed by delicate ivory flowers that stand out beautifully against the glossy foliage. In autumn, this charming tree may produce small, cherry-like fruits that complete its seasonal appeal.

Please note: This is a generic photograph. Your bonsai will look very similar in shape, style and quality, but will not be identical. 

As a species, the Roseapple Myrtle symbolises love, good fortune, longevity and joyful living — making it one of the most meaningful Xmas gift ideas for family, friends, colleagues or plant lovers. Its native roots in South Africa link it to bright fruits and starburst flowers, adding further depth to its festive charm.

A Complete Christmas Bonsai Gift

This Christmas set includes:

  • 8-year-old Syzygium buxifolium (Roseapple Myrtle) bonsai

  • Navy blue glazed ceramic pot

  • Dark-coloured non-ceramic drip tray

  • Green “Merry Christmas” fir-and-berries festive balloon

  • Printed care guide with variety information and symbolism

This beautiful tree makes a standout display and fits perfectly into modern and traditional interiors alike, making it one of the easiest Xmas gift ideas for all ages.

Easy Care for Beginners

  • Position: Indoors in bright daylight; avoid direct sun

  • Watering: Keep soil damp to the touch; never dry out

  • Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly to encourage new growth and flowers

  • Misting: Mist lightly a few times a week for humidity

  • Pruning: Trim lightly to maintain shape and encourage branching

Seamless Delivery for a Stress-Free Christmas

The Christmas season feels busy, so we make gifting simple. You can place your order now and choose your preferred delivery date at checkout. We offer FREE delivery to most UK postcodes, making your gifting experience smooth and cost-effective. Premium weekend and morning options are available for a small surcharge. Deliveries to the Scottish Highlands, Islands and Northern Ireland may take an extra couple of working days and include a small additional fee.

Personalised Extras for the Perfect Gift

After adding your bonsai to the basket, you can explore optional touches such as gift wrap, greetings cards, personalised hanging tags and more. These details make your bonsai one of the most heartfelt and memorable Xmas gift ideasavailable.

This Christmas, give a gift that grows — a Roseapple Myrtle bonsai tree full of beauty, culture and meaning that continues to delight long after the festive season ends.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Flowering & fruiting
Pot Size (cm)
15 x 10
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoors (Outdoors during warmer months if you wish)
Difficulty
Intermediate - Please do not hard prune
Maintenance
Position: Indoors in bright daylight; avoid direct, harsh sun.
Watering: Keep soil damp to the touch; do not let it fully dry.
Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly to encourage new growth and flowers.
Misting: Mist lightly several times a week to boost humidity.
Pruning: Trim lightly to maintain shape and encourage branching.
Repotting: Every 2–3 years in spring using free-draining bonsai soil.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Bonsai Variety

Rose Apple (Myrtle -Syzygium Buxifolium)
The stunning Syzygium Buxifolium indoor beginners bonsai is a native species to South Africa and is commonly called a Roseapple/Brush Cherry or Myrtle. They get their names from the small bright red fruits which have a cherry-like appearance.
Additionally, beautiful soft cream flowers precede the fruits are have wonderful long stamens which give them a star-burst appearance.
The leaves of this species are naturally small in size giving this bonsai as naturally dainty stature. The new leaves are often flushed with a blush-red colour and fade to a dark green. A easy variety to grow and ideal for beginners.
Furthermore, the Roseapple bonsai has been a symbol of love, hence has become an emblem for marriage. It is also believed to be the flower of the gods, being sacred to the Greek goddess Aphrodite, the goddess of love. … It also symbolizes good fortune. It is believed that cultivating a Roseapple plant will usher in peace and love to your home. This plant is also considered a representation for long life, as well as joyful living. It is very elegant bonsai tree that many people love to grow in their homes.

Delivery

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(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)		 Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
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(Weekdays before 1pm)		 Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £8.99
Weekend Delivery Chosen Saturday or Sunday £8.99
Highlands & Islands
AB37–38, AB54–56, FK17–21, GY, HS, IV1–63, JE, KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–49, PA60–78, PH19–26, PH30–40, PH42–44, PH49–50, TR21–25, ZE		 Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
Northern Ireland Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
✅ Every bonsai is hand-checked, watered, and securely packaged for safe arrival.
📘 Printed care guide included with all orders.
🚚 All bonsai tree orders can be tracked and our couriers will notify you of your delivery slot.

Bonsai Care

🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
Care What to do How often
Step 1 Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. Upon arrival
On arrival In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Once on day 1
Position Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. All year
Water Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. Daily check
Mist Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. Once or twice a week
Feed Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. Species dependant
Prune Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. As needed
Health If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. If issues arise
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
🎥 Extra help & videos are available on our website.
✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
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