Overall Height ~ 28cm Age: 8yrs

Valentine’s Sweet Plum Bonsai with Watering Can

£65.99

SKU: VAL6

Free Delivery by Friday 23rd October available

This bundle includes:

Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) Twisty Indoor Bonsai

In stock

Small Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray

Duck Egg Watering Can

Red Heart Mini Air-Filled Balloon

In stock

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.

Reasons to shop with us

FREE Next Working Day Delivery

to most UK addresses - order by 3:25pm

FREE Nominated-Day Delivery

to most UK addresses on orders over £29.99

Trusted, Sustainable Growers

every bonsai is nurtured with love on our Devon nursery

FREE Gift Message

available on all orders

Not Home? No Problem

Our couriers can leave your order in a safe place

Secure, Bespoke Packaging

safe, tracked delivery

This fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum makes a beautiful Valentine’s Day tree with lasting meaning. Its red and tan new foliage, developing purple fruits, and elegant form create year-round interest. Presented in a navy blue ceramic pot with a dark-coloured drip tray, it arrives with a heart balloon and a stylish watering can. A romantic living gift that continues to grow long after Valentine’s Day.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1xFruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) Twisty Indoor Bonsai
  • 1xSmall Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray
  • 1xDuck Egg Watering Can
  • 1xRed Heart Mini Air-Filled Balloon
Description

Valentine’s Day Tree | Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum Bonsai Gift

A Living Valentine’s Day Tree to Cherish Love

Celebrate love with a Valentine’s Day tree that feels meaningful, expressive, and full of life. This elegant 8-year-old fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai offers a thoughtful alternative to traditional Valentine’s gifts. With its graceful form and seasonal interest, it symbolises love, growth, and connection, making it ideal for marking a special moment together.

As the tree matures, fresh red and tan foliage emerges, adding warmth and movement to the display. In time, petite purple, plum-like fruits appear, creating a beautiful reminder that love develops and deepens with care. This Valentine’s Day tree brings ongoing enjoyment rather than a fleeting gesture.

Beautiful Presentation with Romantic Touches

This Valentine’s Day tree arrives potted in a navy blue ceramic bonsai pot and paired with a dark-coloured drip tray for a clean, polished finish. To enhance the gifting experience, we include a red heart foil balloon, which adds a playful and romantic touch. A duck egg watering can completes the set, offering a practical yet stylish way to care for the bonsai.

Together, these elements create a gift that feels complete, considered, and ready to give from the moment it arrives.

Meaningful Symbolism Behind the Tree

Known otherwise as Sageretia theezans, the Chinese Sweet Plum symbolises protection, creativity, new life, and warm wishes. For that reason, it works beautifully as a Valentine’s Day tree. It represents the enduring qualities of love and the shared journey of a relationship, growing stronger over time.

Why Choose Bonsai Direct

Bonsai Direct is a professional, trusted bonsai specialist nursery with expert growers who nurture every tree individually. We never mass-produce our bonsai, and we focus on healthy plants with natural character. We include detailed printed care guides, provide excellent customer service, and offer fast, reliable delivery on the date you choose. Each bonsai is carefully packaged to arrive safely and in perfect condition, and customer satisfaction remains second to none.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Fruiting - Small Purple Plum Like fruits
Pot Size (cm)
14 x 9
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
Choose your date
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.
Reviews (0)
Leave your review
Rating

All prices are inclusive of VAT at standard rate.