American Plum Bonsai
NameAmerican Plum Bonsai
Species NamePrunus americana
Common NameAmerican Plum
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container TypeGround
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresthin branches, some texture
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot visible
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesAbundant ripening fruit is the most striking feature, covering many branches.
Description
This specimen, if cultivated as a bonsai, would showcase the characteristic green foliage and abundant, ripening fruit of the American Plum. The fruit displays a beautiful gradient of colors from yellow to reddish-pink, indicating maturity. The tree appears healthy and vigorous.
