Fruit-bearing bonsai

Fruit-bearing bonsai are primarily for the appreciation of fruit, and many types of trees are enjoyed as fruit-bearing bonsai. Here are some representative fruit-bearing bonsai:

Japanese Persimmon: A deciduous shrub that blooms in May and bears fruit in October. There are male and female trees, and to enjoy the fruit, you need to get a female tree and cross-pollinate it with a male tree when the flowers open.

Mayumi: Widely distributed in various places, it is classified as a deciduous shrub or small tree of the Euonymus family. In spring, it blooms light green small flowers, and after bearing red or white fruit in autumn, bright red seeds pop out from the fruit.

Quince: A deciduous tree of the rose family, it blooms pink flowers around April and bears large yellow fruit from autumn to winter.

Dwarf Apple: In spring, pink flowers bloom, which later change to whitish petals. After the petals fall, small fruits are borne at the end of the stem.

These bonsai are valued not only for their flowers and fruit, but also for the overall harmony. Each bonsai requires a specific way of growing and care, such as the frequency of watering and the timing of fertilization. With this information, you can deepen your understanding and enjoyment of the charm of bonsai.