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Overall Height ~ 38cm Age: 13yrs

Shapley Fruiting Sweet Plum (Sageretia) Indoor Bonsai Tree | Reddish Hues

Original price was: £175.00.Current price is: £155.00.

SKU: PS027

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This is the exact Sageretia theezans bonsai you will receive. A striking 13-year-old indoor Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai with rich colour, character, and movement. Expertly shaped by the professional growers at Bonsai Direct, this tree captures the perfect balance between artistry and natural form.

The trunk showcases great s-shaped curves with lovely texture - it is slender and elegant. Also, the canopy has been meticulously developed into a neat, artistic display of vibrant green foliage, perfectly complementing the tree’s aged bark.

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Twisty Beginners Sageretia theezans Bonsai | Elegant Indoor Sweet Plum Tree in Olive Green Pot

This is the exact Sageretia theezans bonsai you will receive. A striking 13-year-old indoor Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai with rich colour, character, and movement. Expertly shaped by the professional growers at Bonsai Direct, this tree captures the perfect balance between artistry and natural form.

The trunk showcases great s-shaped curves with lovely texture – it is slender and elegant. Also, the canopy has been meticulously developed into a neat, artistic display of vibrant green foliage, perfectly complementing the tree’s aged bark.

Elegant Presentation

Potted in a brand new olive green oval ceramic pot with a matching drip tray, this Sageretia bonsai has a natural artistic nature. The vibrant glaze enhances the tones of the leaves and bark, making it a striking centrepiece for any indoor setting. Whether placed on a windowsill, sideboard, or office desk, it brings life, style, and tranquillity to the room.

About the Sageretia theezans (Sweet Plum)

The Sageretia theezans, also known as the Sweet Plum or Bird Plum, is a delightful indoor bonsai species loved for its glossy, multi-tonal leaves that shift from bronze-red in new growth to deep green as they mature. During the summer months, it may even produce tiny white blossoms followed by small purple fruits resembling miniature plums.

Adaptable and rewarding, the Sageretia thrives in bright indoor light and responds beautifully to pruning, developing refined branch structure and dense foliage. Its natural charm, year-round greenery, and forgiving temperament make it an ideal choice for beginners and experienced growers alike.

Why Buy from Bonsai Direct

At Bonsai Direct, we are passionate bonsai specialists with decades of experience growing and styling premium trees. Every bonsai is individually nurtured, photographed, and quality-checked by our expert team to ensure you receive exactly what you see.

As a trusted, family-run UK nursery, we pride ourselves on:

  • Professionally styled, hand-selected bonsai trees

  • Expert after-sales support and printed care guides

  • Fast, reliable delivery with date selection

  • Secure, eco-friendly packaging for safe arrival

When you buy from Bonsai Direct, you’re choosing excellence, authenticity, and genuine expertise — a market-leading bonsai nursery devoted to quality, care, and customer satisfaction.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Fruiting
Pot Size (cm)
22 x 17.5
Pot Colour
Olive
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoors
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

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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
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