Sageretia (Chinese Sweet Plum) Bonsai Care
The Sageretia, or Chinese Sweet Plum, is a beautiful subtropical evergreen tree that is a popular choice for bonsai. It has small, dark green leaves, and it produces small white flowers that are followed by small, edible, purple fruits.
Light
Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai need a lot of bright, indirect light. They can tolerate some direct morning sun, but too much direct sun can scorch the leaves.
Watering
Water your Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. They are not very drought-tolerant, so it is important to keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Humidity
Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai appreciate high humidity. To increase the humidity around your tree, you can place it on a humidity tray or mist it regularly.
Recommended Products
Here is a product recommendation to help you care for your Chinese Sweet Plum bonsai:
