Elegant Beginners Bonsai Starter Kit with Christmas Balloon

Grows small purple fruits in summer - comes with Season's greetings

Elegant Beginners Bonsai Starter Kit with Christmas Balloon

Name: Elegant Beginners Bonsai Starter Kit with Christmas Balloon
Brand: Bonsai Direct
SKU: Christmas44
Availability: InStock

Product Code: Christmas44

£79.99

A stunning 8-year-old fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) bonsai — the perfect Christmas bonsai gift. With a twisty trunk, textured red bark, and small purple fruits, it arrives in a blue ceramic pot with scissors, fertiliser, and a festive balloon. A living symbol of creativity and warm wishes.

Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) – A Beautiful 8-Year-Old Christmas Bonsai Gift

A Festive Gift Full of Colour, Meaning and Natural Charm

Celebrate the season with this fabulous fruiting Christmas bonsai gift — a captivating 8-year-old Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai (Sageretia theezans). With its twisty trunk, red-toned bark, and vibrant green leaves, this bonsai captures both elegance and festive warmth. During summer, the foliage develops russet-tipped tones and produces small, plum-like purple fruits, making it one of the most delightful Christmas gifts for plant lovers.

Native to China, this species symbolises protection, creativity, new life, and warm wishes — a perfect reflection of the Christmas spirit. As a living symbol of good fortune and joy, it brings lasting beauty and heartfelt meaning to any home or office.

A Complete Christmas Bonsai Gift Set

This festive set includes everything needed to care for and enjoy the bonsai right away:

8-year-old Sageretia theezans (Chinese Sweet Plum) bonsai
Navy blue glazed ceramic pot
Dark-coloured plastic drip tray
Bottle of bonsai fertiliser
Pair of pruning scissors
Forest green watering can
Bear-themed Christmas balloon
Printed care guide with expert advice and symbolism

Each detail of this gift has been chosen to blend beauty, practicality, and festive charm — a wonderful choice for anyone who appreciates meaningful Christmas bonsai gifts.

Why Buy from Bonsai Direct

Our family-run Devon nursery grows every bonsai with care, expertise, and sustainable methods. Each tree is nurtured by our skilled team and securely packaged for safe delivery. We pride ourselves on expert advice, excellent service, and creating gifts that truly make an impression.

This Christmas, give a gift that grows — a stunning Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai symbolising warmth, new life, and creativity.

Please note: This is a generic photograph – you will receive a bonsai very similar in style, quality, and character.

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Species	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.
Evergreen	Yes
Flowering/Fruiting	Fruiting
Age (years)	8
Height (cm)	28
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

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

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

Elegant Beginners Bonsai Starter Kit with Christmas Balloon

Product Code: Christmas44

This bundle includes:

Fruiting Chinese Sweet Plum (Sageretia theezans) – A Beautiful 8-Year-Old Christmas Bonsai Gift

A Festive Gift Full of Colour, Meaning and Natural Charm

A Complete Christmas Bonsai Gift Set

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