'Kurama Kanzan' Cherry Blossom | Miniature Cherry Blossom Bonsai with Flower Buds

Japanese Cherry Blossom - Variety: 'Kurama Kanzan' Cherry Blossom A double-flowered late-blooming cherry variety with approximately 60 petals. Features slender flower stems. Initially, the flowers are a deep red, with the characteristic shape of the Kanzan cherry. After 7-10 days, they transform into a pinkish-white, chrysanthemum-like flower shape (60 to 500 petals are classified as chrysanthemum cherries). This single plant offers a visual feast of 2-3 different stages. Mature plants can have blooms lasting up to 40 days per flower, provided they are protected from wind and rain. A miniature cherry blossom bonsai that rests in the palm of your hand, with a cluster of double-petaled cherry blossoms cascading from the crown, in full bloom. This evokes the spirit of tea master Sen no Rikyu, who meticulously removed all the morning glories from his fence, leaving only a single pale purple flower in a small bamboo vase on the wall. It allows for a more delicate appreciation of the flower's beauty. Locally grafted in Taiwan. Flowering occurs just over a year after cultivation, with variations in flower shape, making it a rewarding plant to nurture. Paired with a "Zheng Cheng" outer rim round pot by a Taiwanese ceramic artist, featuring layered glaze colors and an elegant pot shape. /In Stock/ Image 2 | Photographed on 2025/9/29: Flower buds are emerging. It is normal for leaves to appear less vibrant in autumn as nutrients are redirected. Flower buds resemble bamboo shoots; fertilize when buds appear. Images 9-10 | Photographed on 2025/7/25 Images 1, 3-4 | Photographed on 2025/4/18 Image 5 | Photographed on 2025/4/11 Images 6-8 | Photographed on 2025/4/8 A single plant showcasing multiple transformations. There are many varieties of cherry and plum blossoms. The designer offers only 1-2 pots of each variety. Japanese miniature cherry blossom bonsai in small pots are priced significantly higher, sometimes several times that of medium or even large specimens. They require more meticulous cultivation and care. ★Cherry Blossom Care Instructions included with each purchase★ New branches have emerged after flowering, and branching is actively being cultivated. During this period, do not let the plant dry out and follow the fertilization instructions. It will have lush foliage in summer, shed its leaves in winter, and produce flowers in spring after developing flower buds. Cherry blossoms are plants that require significant nutrients. In addition to regular application of slow-release fertilizer, /Designer Recommended/ Use "Kyoei" liquid nutrient solution or other commercially available fertilizers. These are nutritional supplements for the plant. Japanese flowering and fruiting plants require higher nutrient levels than native Taiwanese plants, with cherry blossoms needing 4-5 times the nutrients of typical plants. For abundant blooms with high ornamental value and a fruit-bearing period of 2-6 months, weekly application is recommended. /Cultivation Difficulty/ ★★★☆☆ /Fertilizer Needs/ ★★★★☆ /Pest Sensitivity/ ★★★☆☆ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunlight | Approximately 4 hours of direct sunlight; the sun must reach the plant itself. Watering Routine | While enjoying this beautiful plant, provide water daily at a set time. Soil Medium | Japanese granular soil - Akadama soil. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------