Sweet Plum | Sageretia Theezans

The Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) is a deciduous bonsai tree that originates from China and Southeast Asia. It is highly sought after for its intricate leaves and small, edible fruit, making it a popular choice among bonsai enthusiasts in Asia. 

The Sweet Plum can grow up to 10 feet high and features a beautiful, gnarled dark brown bark and a sprawling canopy. Let your home flourish into a lush oasis with the Sweet Plum's elegant outer bark, and lush canopy. 

Leaves: The leaves of Sweet Plum | Sageretia Theezans are small, oval-shaped, and initially deep red, later turning green as they mature. The underside of the leaves is pale green and finely toothed.

 Flowers: During the Spring and Summer seasons, clusters of small yellowish flowers will bloom. Come fall, you can enjoy some juicy, edible, blue plums from the Sweet Plum tree. These trees are monoecious, allowing for self-pollination due to having both male and female parts on the same tree. 

Sun Requirement: Part-shade, Full-sun

Watering Requirements: Water the soil thoroughly to help saturate the entire substrate. Water frequently and keep the soil slightly moist, not soaking, take care to not let the root ball dry out completely

Growth Rate: 12”-24”/year

Ideal PH 6.0-7.5