Yae Kankou (八重寒紅梅) | Compact Plum Blossom Bonsai with Abundant Flower Buds

Plum Blossom Variety - Yae Kankou (八重寒紅梅) ヤエカンコウ The most vibrant red variety within the wild plum lineage. Features deep red blossoms with a rich fragrance and double, medium-sized petals. The petals gradually develop a wavy texture, with the tips fading to create a gradient effect. A beloved Japanese red plum variety for many. /In Stock/ Photos 1-6: Taken on February 8, 2026. Abundant flower buds; a rare red plum variety in Taiwan. A 3-year-old specimen is well-adapted to significant temperature fluctuations. Embrace the new year with a triumphant plum blossom; premium fragrance will follow. Photo 7: Flower reference, taken on February 4, 2026. Deep red flower color. Please refer to the color in the photo if water accidentally splashes onto the petals during watering. Photo 8: Image extracted from the Kairakuen Garden website's identification guide. ★Complimentary trial-size nutrient solution, cherry blossom care card, and fertilization instructions included with each shipment.★ (Stand and decorative elements are not included.) Flowering plum trees are nutrient-intensive plants. In addition to regular application of slow-release fertilizer, /Designer Recommended/ a combination of commercially available nutrient solutions is advised; please refer to the enclosed fertilization instructions. Japanese flowering and fruiting plants require more nutrients than native Taiwanese plants. Cherry blossoms, in particular, need 4 to 5 times the nutrients of ordinary plants. For abundant blooms with high ornamental value and a fruit-bearing period of 2-6 months, weekly application is recommended. Flowering Plum /Cultivation Difficulty/ ★★★☆☆ /Fertilizer Needs/ ★★★★☆ /Pest Sensitivity/ ★★★☆☆ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunlight Exposure | Approximately 4+ hours of direct sunlight. Sunlight must reach the plant itself. Watering Routine | Water daily at a set time while enjoying your beautiful plant. Soil Medium | Japanese granular soil - Akadama soil. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The cherry blossoms at Tianyuan Temple in Tamsui, the flowering plums at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, and the white plum blossoms that bloom annually on the surrounding walls at the entrance of Chihkan Tower in Tainan. These can be cultivated even in Taiwan's plains. Maintain consistent watering and follow a regular fertilization schedule. Once the plant is healthy, you can enjoy its blossoms next year. (Pricing varies based on tree shape, age, rarity, and pot.)