5.5" Pot - Brown

Sweet Plum Bonsai | Indoor Bonsai Plants for Delivery | Care Guide and Pro Tips

Outdoor

Sweet Plum Bonsai

$85

Bright

When top quarter dry

Medium

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Size:

5.5" Pot - Brown

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Sweet Plum Bonsai, scientifically known as Sageretia theezans, also known as Chinese Sweet Plum or Bird Plum, is a highly prized indoor bonsai celebrated for its small, finely toothed leaves and rich, textured bark. Native to China and Southeast Asia, this elegant tree produces foliage that emerges deep reddish before maturing to vibrant green, creating beautiful seasonal contrast. In spring and summer, clusters of tiny yellowish flowers appear, followed by small, edible blue plums in fall. As a monoecious species, it self-pollinates, making fruiting possible even with a single tree. Compact, detailed, and rewarding, Sweet Plum is a favourite among bonsai enthusiasts.

What to expect

The plant comes with a brown planter with a saucer.

As with all living things, no two plants are alike. There is some natural variation in size, shape, and characteristics. We make every effort to bring you a plant that as closely as possible matches the plant as it appears on our website, in the size you have chosen, and have a good potential to happily grow in your home.

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All of our deliveries are carbon neutral.

In store shopping and free local pick up available at our store located at 21A Bathurst St, Toronto.

Free local delivery* available within City of Toronto and surrounding areas including Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Markham, and Scarborough.

Shipping options are available for plants and planters that are 7" or smaller to all provinces in Canada. We ship out on every Monday (or Tuesday if Monday is a holiday) for orders placed by Saturday midnight.

Winter safe packaging

We check the destination weather for each package to make sure they arrive safely with whatever it takes. Complimentary heat packs and insulations are included to protect your plants from cold damage when mailing in a box, if weather requires.

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All of our plants available online are also available at our downtown Toronto store. Feel free to visit us and explore our green oasis for more inspiration and a firsthand look at our diverse collections. Our team is there to answer any questions and help with all your plant needs, whether you're shopping online or in-store.

Care Guide

How to take care of Sweet Plum Bonsai

Sun: Direct & Indirect

Sweet Plum Bonsai enjoys some direct sun, but they'll also do well in bright, indirect light. It is best to place this plant somewhere where it will receive some nice morning sun, or a couple hours of afternoon sun, and then indirect light the rest of the day.

Light: Bright

Sweet Plum Bonsai will do best in bright light. A nice bright place inside your home would be on the window sill or a stool that is right next to a window, either with or without blinds, depending on if the plant can handle sun. Remember that plants will grow based on how much light they receive.

Water: When top quarter dry

Allow the top quarter of the soil to dry before watering Sweet Plum Bonsai again. This usually takes about 3 - 4 days in an average home environment. It will vary depending on the time of year, your environment and lighting conditions. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Humidity: Medium

Sweet Plum Bonsai will do well in average humidity environments but will appreciate a little bit of humidity if provided, give them a mist daily or get a humidifier.

Pet Caution

Sweet Plum Bonsai is moderately toxic and can cause some adverse reactions when ingested so it is best to not let your pets eat it, which we advise for all plants in general. The severity of the reaction will depend on how much of the plant is ingested but, if you know your pet typically does not eat your plants, this plant will be suitable for your home.

Plant Bio

About Sweet Plum Bonsai

Botanical Name: Sageretia theezans

Common Name: Sweet Plum Bonsai, Chinese Sweet Plum, Bird Plum

Origin: China & Southeast Asia

Plant Story

Introducing the Sweet Plum Bonsai, a graceful and rewarding miniature tree that celebrates patience, balance, and the quiet joy of nurturing something over time. With its fine foliage and seasonal fruit, it symbolizes dedication — the art of shaping growth with intention and care.

Known botanically as Sageretia theezans, and often called Chinese Sweet Plum or Bird Plum, this beloved bonsai species is native to China and Southeast Asia. Its small, oval leaves emerge in deep red tones before maturing into vibrant green, creating a beautiful contrast against its rich, dark bark. The finely toothed leaf edges and pale green undersides add delicate detail, giving the tree an intricate, refined appearance that feels both natural and sculptural.

In spring and summer, clusters of tiny yellowish flowers bloom softly along its branches. By fall, these blossoms give way to small, juicy blue plums — edible and charming, adding another layer of reward to attentive care. As a monoecious tree, it carries both male and female parts, allowing it to self-pollinate and fruit reliably under the right conditions.

The Sweet Plum Bonsai thrives in a bright location with gentle light. Outdoors, it enjoys a semi-shaded spot during warm months, while indoors it prefers a south- or west-facing window with protection from harsh midday sun. Keep the soil evenly moist, allowing slight drying between waterings — a steady rhythm that reflects the balance bonsai teaches us: structure paired with softness.

Compact yet expressive, Sageretia theezans invites mindfulness into daily life. Shaping, pruning, and caring for it becomes a quiet ritual — a reminder that growth is not rushed, but guided.

Welcome the Sweet Plum Bonsai into your space, and let it inspire you with its symbolism of patience, harmony, and cultivated beauty. It’s not just a plant; it’s a reminder that with care and intention, even the smallest tree can tell a grand story.

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