Father’s Day Fruiting Woodland Style Beginners Indoor Bonsai

• 1x Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) Orchard Indoor Bonsai - Broom Style
• 1x Standard Size Blue Ceramic Drip Tray
• 1x Wooden Tag - Best Dad

Looking for the perfect gifts for plant dads?

Woodland-style Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) bonsai tree make perfect gifts for plant dads . This is an indoor variety, known for its purple plum-like fruits that grow as the tree matures. This tree has a broom-style or informal upright trunk, with red-toned bark and fresh foliage. During summer, the foliage grows russet/tan coloured tips. This 6 year old bonsai comes potted in a navy blue ceramic pot, supplied with a dark coloured drip tray. In addition to this, you will receive a “Best Dad” wooden hanging tag. A fantastic variety for beginners with easy care requirements and year round interest.

The Chinese Sweet Plum symbolises protection, creativity, new life & warm wishes.

Sageretia theezans Bonsai – The Elegant and Sought-After Sweet Plum

The Sageretia theezans bonsai, also known as the Chinese Sweet Plum Bonsai or ‘bird plum’, is a highly sought-after species prized for its delicate appearance, rapid growth, and striking seasonal changes. Native to China and Southeast Asia, this evergreen tree features small, glossy green leaves, a graceful, twisting trunk, and exquisite peeling bark. The bark reveals beautiful shades of brown, red, and cream beneath. It also produces almost insignificant tiny white flowers in summer, followed by small blue or purple berries, adding to its ornamental charm.

Why is Sageretia theezans Bonsai So Sought After?

1. Unique Peeling Bark – The tree’s naturally exfoliating bark creates a stunning aged look, giving the bonsai an elegant and mature appearance.
2. Fast Growth & Adaptability – It responds well to pruning and shaping, allowing bonsai artists to develop intricate designs relatively quickly.
3. Beautiful Seasonal Changes – From lush green foliage to colourful berries, it offers year-round visual interest. These tend to more on specimens older than 8-10 years.
4. Ideal for Indoor Bonsai – Unlike many bonsai species, Sageretia theezans thrives indoors with proper care, making it perfect for enthusiasts who lack outdoor space.

Caring for the Bird Plum Bonsai

This is an easy acre species. Keep the soil damp to the touch and feed weekly throughout the year with Bonsai Direct Fertiliser. Prune off any long shoots with Bonsai Pruning Scissors to keep the foliage neat and tidy and to promote back-budding.

We offer free next working day on all bonsai. FREE delivery is available throughout England, Wales and Southern Scotland.  Alternatively, you can choose your preferred delivery date at the checkout. You have the option to add any gifting extras including gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags once you add the bonsai to the basket. You will also receive a free care guide with tips, general variety information and symbolism with each bonsai.

This fantastic special offer Chinese Sweet plum (Sageretia theezans) has a lovely informal upright trunk and great character.
HEIGHT : ~ 25cm
POT SIZE : ~ 14 x 9cm
AGE : ~ 8 years
• FREE bonsai care leaflet 
• FREE delivery to most of the UK.
Please note that all bonsai are unique and that some slight variation from the photograph shown should be expected. All sizes are approximate.