Overall Height ~ 30cm Age: 8yrs

Father’s Day Sweet Plum Bonsai Gift – A Fruiting Indoor Easy Care Bonsai Tree

£65.99

SKU: FD11

Free Delivery by Saturday 24th October available

This bundle includes:

Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) Twisty Indoor Bonsai

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Small Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray

Midnight Blue Watering Can

Happy Father's Day to my Amazing Dad Air-Filled Balloon

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This fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai is a truly unique Father’s Day gift that offers lasting beauty and meaning. With a twisty trunk, red-toned bark, glossy green foliage, and the potential for purple plum-like fruits, it provides year-round interest and character. Easy to care for and ideal for beginners, it arrives beautifully presented with a ceramic pot, drip tray, watering can, care guide, and Father’s Day balloon, making it a thoughtful gift that Dad can enjoy and nurture for years to come.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1xFruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) Twisty Indoor Bonsai
  • 1xSmall Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray
  • 1xMidnight Blue Watering Can
  • 1xHappy Father's Day to my Amazing Dad Air-Filled Balloon
Description

Father’s Day Sweet Plum Bonsai Gift – A Fruiting, Easy-Care Indoor Bonsai Tree

A truly unique Father’s Day gift that combines lasting beauty, meaning, and an enjoyable new hobby.

A Unique Father’s Day Gift with Lasting Character

Surprise Dad with something far more memorable than the usual presents. This 8-year-old Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai is a refined indoor tree that continues to develop character year after year. With its naturally twisty trunk, textured red-toned bark, and vibrant green foliage, it captures the elegance of a mature tree in miniature form.

As summer arrives, the bonsai becomes even more special. New growth often shows warm russet-toned tips, and as the tree matures, small purple plum-like fruits may appear. Together, these seasonal changes create a living display that feels dynamic, personal, and rewarding to own.

Beautifully Presented and Ready to Enjoy

This Father’s Day bonsai arrives thoughtfully prepared and ready to gift. It comes potted in a navy blue ceramic pot and sits neatly on a dark-coloured drip tray to protect surfaces and support everyday care. To elevate the experience further, we’ve included a midnight blue watering can for gentle, precise watering, along with a Father’s Day balloon to add a celebratory finishing touch.

As a result, this gift feels complete from the moment it arrives, with no extra preparation required.

Meaning Behind the Sweet Plum Bonsai

The Chinese Sweet Plum, Sageretia theezans, symbolises protection, creativity, new life, and warm wishes. Because of this, it’s a deeply meaningful Father’s Day gift. It reflects appreciation, encouragement, and the enduring bond between father and child, making it far more than just a decorative plant.

Ideal for Beginners

This bonsai suits beginners perfectly. The Chinese Sweet Plum adapts well to indoor conditions and responds positively to simple care routines. With good light, consistent watering, and regular feeding, it stays healthy and attractive. Its strong response to pruning also makes shaping enjoyable rather than intimidating, allowing Dad to explore the art of bonsai with confidence.

Clear, easy-to-follow care instructions are included to support successful care from day one.

What’s Included in This Father’s Day Gift

This unique Father’s Day gift set includes:

  • 8-year-old Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum indoor bonsai

  • Navy blue ceramic bonsai pot

  • Dark-coloured drip tray

  • Midnight blue watering can

  • Father’s Day foil balloon

  • Printed care guide with tips and symbolism

Together, these elements create a thoughtful and engaging gift that offers beauty, meaning, and enjoyment over time.

Optional Extras to Enhance the Experience

If you’d like to make the gift even more special, you can add optional extras once the bonsai is in your basket. These include gift wrap, personalised hanging tags, and a free greetings message. You may also wish to add bonsai fertiliser, pruning scissors, or a bonsai mister to further support long-term care and enjoyment.

Delivery & Flexibility

Free next working day delivery is available to most UK addresses. Alternatively, you can choose a preferred delivery date at checkout to ensure perfect timing for Father’s Day. Scottish Highlands, Islands, and Northern Ireland take a minimum of two working days and include a small subsidised surcharge.

Please Note

Each bonsai is individually grown and shaped. Therefore, the exact form, branching, and character of your tree may vary slightly from the images shown. However, this natural variation ensures that every Father’s Day gift is truly unique.

A distinctive, fruiting indoor bonsai that delivers lasting enjoyment and stands out as a truly unique Father’s Day gift.

What Else Might Dad Need to Care for this Bonsai Tree?

To help Dad keep his Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai thriving, we’ve included a midnight blue watering can—perfect for gentle and precise watering. However, there are a few additional care essentials that can enhance his bonsai experience:

  • Bonsai Feed – Encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage with regular feeding. A balanced bonsai fertiliser will keep the tree strong and flourishing.
  • Pruning Scissors – Maintaining the bonsai’s shape is easy with a sharp, precise pair of pruning scissors. They help keep the canopy neat while promoting new growth.
  • Bonsai Mister – This indoor bonsai benefits from occasional misting to maintain humidity levels, especially during drier months.
Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Fruiting - Small Purple Plum Like fruits
Pot Size (cm)
15 x 10
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
Difficulty
Easy - Perfect for Beginners
Maintenance
Positioning: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid low-light rooms.
Watering: Keep soil slightly moist; never allow to dry completely.
Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle.
Pruning: Prune regularly to shape and promote dense foliage.
Repotting: Repot every two years in late spring.
Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Bonsai Variety

The Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) is a pretty indoor bonsai which has great character at an early age due to the flaky bark revealing tones of red/tan. The stunning foliage has hints of rusty red turning to glossy green. Small white flowers give rise to tiny plum-shaped fruits. A really pretty bonsai and great for beginners.

Delivery

🌿 Delivery Options
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Service When will it arrive? Charge
Standard Delivery
(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)
Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
Premium AM
(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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