There’s a Prunus Mume on offer for cheap. It’s pretty good looking but it’s 45 years old already, and I hear they don’t live much past 50. Is this true?
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I am not sure. But there is a Prunus mume in the Omiya Bonsai Art Museum that is 180 years old. Nothing last forever. “This too shall pass”
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So why is it cheap? Is it in good health? Maybe worth the risk to learn the needs of this species and nurse in into a thriving specimen.
I believe all material has potential. It may turn out to be a show stopper, or it may end up being a treasured sign of spring in your backyard.
They do live a lot longer then that. This one’s over a 100.
Although they can be tricky to deal with.
It’s in good health. It’s a reputable seller, I’ve bought from them before.
The tree’s normal price is €700, but was up for auction. Sometimes the guy just needs to clear some bench space and he put some of his less developed material up for auction on eBay. I passed on it, but it ended up selling for €270. It was a beauty too.