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Zanthoxylum Bonsai – Aromatic Pepper Tree

Bonsai Tree Meaning | Tree Symbolism: Purification, Healing, Protection, Peace & Harmony.

Our Sweet Aromatic Pepper Tree Bonsai (Zanthoxylum Bonsai) has a fresh, zesty fragrance and bright green glossy foliage. The tree has small clusters of tiny white flowers and the bark is fissured. As a result, this adds character and age to this very elegant and exciting bonsai.

Small green and lush leaves, gives a really full effect to the foliage. As a result, the canopy appears really full and just like a fully grown tree.

Great for beginners. A free care guide is included with all bonsai trees. The exciting pepper tree symbolises purification, healing and protection. What an inspired gift idea.

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Fragrant Pepper (Zanthoxylum) (9)

Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 40cm
Age. 16yrs
Citrus Scented Zanthoxylum Easy Care Indoor Bonsai Tree
Original price was: £155.00.Current price is: £125.00.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 31cm
Age. 8yrs
Zen Bonsai Garden – STILLNESS
£85.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 25cm
Age. 6yrs
Cute Zesty Aromatic Pepper Tree Beginners Indoor Bonsai
£36.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 27cm
Age. 9yrs
Incredibly Designed Zanthoxylum Piperitum Bonsai | Fragrant & Elegant
£89.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 31cm
Age. 8yrs
Zen Bonsai Garden – MINDFULNESS
£85.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 31cm
Age. 8yrs
Zen Bonsai Garden – GRATITUDE
£75.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 31cm
Age. 8yrs
Bonsai Mini Zen Garden | Zen Bonsai Garden – ENLIGHTENMENT
£85.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 25cm
Age. 6yrs
Comprehensive Beginners Baby Bonsai Set
Rated 5 out of 5
£47.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 25cm
Age. 8yrs
Complete Beginners Baby Bonsai Set
Rated 5 out of 5
£45.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 44cm
Age. 17yrs
Captivating “Zig Zag” Aromatic Pepper Tree Bonsai | Flowering and Fragrant
£325.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 53cm
Age. 18yrs
Large Impressive Zanthoxylum Indoor Bonsai Tree | Citrus Scented Leaves & Remarkable Styling
£375.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 57cm
Age. 20yrs
Magnificent Aromatic Pepper Tree Bonsai | Extra Large with Citrus Fragrance
£450.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 37cm
Age. 12yrs
Sensational Scented Bonsai Tree | Zanthoxylum Indoor Favourite
£99.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 32cm
Age. 7yrs
Beginners Indoor Bonsai Tree – The Aromatic Pepper | Citrus Scented Leaves
£79.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 32cm
Age. 9yrs
Fresh and Zesty Aromatic Indoor Pepper Bonsai
£89.99
Age. 6yrs
Adorable Aromatic Pepper Bonsai- Symbolises Protection, Peace & Harmony
£69.99

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Gabi

The plant is very nice! I ordered it for birthday of my grandchild. Delivery condition was perfect!

12 year old Zanthoxylum piperitum / Aromatic Pepper bonsai tree for sale UK

LOOKING FANTASTIC! Twisty S-Shaped Zesty Indoor Pepper Bonsai - 12 years in blue pot

Earl K Russell

The bonsai I received was healthy and brilliant

Comprehensive Beginners Baby Bonsai Set

Comprehensive Beginners Baby Bonsai Set

Graham Miles

Great quality bonsai the third one I have purchased excellent service delivery products come very well packed

zesty scent indoor pepper bonsai

Aromatic Zesty Pepper Tree Indoor Bonsai - Symbolises purification, healing and protection.

pete

love it

Baby indoor bonsai tree kit for sale with free delivery

Complete Beginners Baby Bonsai Set

Frankie

The zesty smell when pruned is beautiful and light. Why waste money on room spray when you can just have one of these to prune?

zesty scent indoor pepper bonsai

Aromatic Zesty Pepper Tree Indoor Bonsai - Symbolises purification, healing and protection.

Paula

Ordered at 2pm, came the next day. Brilliant service. A nice lady helped me choose this tree over the phone because of the lovely smell you get when you prune it.

zesty scent indoor pepper bonsai

Aromatic Zesty Pepper Tree Indoor Bonsai - Symbolises purification, healing and protection.

Alan Cartwright

Brilliant smell when its pruned, zesty and fills the room. Came on time and it was well packaged. No nonsense. Would recommend

zesty scent indoor pepper bonsai

Aromatic Zesty Pepper Tree Indoor Bonsai - Symbolises purification, healing and protection.

The Aromatic Pepper Indoor Bonsai Tree (Zanthoxylum piperitum)

The Zanthoxylum piperitum, commonly known as the Pepper bonsai, is a unique and captivating choice for bonsai enthusiasts. Renowned for its fragrant appeal, this Zanthoxylum bonsai brings both beauty and a delightful aroma to your indoor or outdoor bonsai collection.

This stunning, fragrant bonsai features fine, feathery foliage with a vibrant green hue, creating a lush and textured appearance. Over time, it develops small peppercorn-like fruits, adding to its charm and making it a highly ornamental species. Its subtle fragrance adds a sensory dimension that sets it apart from other bonsai varieties.

The Zanthoxylum piperitum thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and appreciates well-draining soil. It is easy to care for with regular watering and occasional pruning, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned bonsai enthusiasts. Its compact size and striking structure make it a perfect fit for any bonsai display.

Symbolising purification, healing, protection, peace & harmony, the Pepper bonsai is not just a living work of art but also a fragrant addition that livens up any space. Whether you’re drawn to its aesthetic or its aromatic qualities, this Zanthoxylum bonsai is a standout specimen in the world of bonsai cultivation.

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Zanthoxylum Bonsai - Fragrant - Expert Overview by Lloyd Noall

Diversity: Rated 5 out of 5
Proportions: Rated 5 out of 5
Ease for a Beginner: Rated 5 out of 5
Flowering & Fragrance: Rated 4.5 out of 5
Styling: Rated 4 out of 5

The Zanthozylum piperitum, also known as the aromatic pepper bonsai tree, is an evergreen indoor bonsai tree species celebrated for its unique qualities and versatility. Renowned bonsai master Lloyd Noall, owner of Bonsai Direct with nearly 40 years of experience, shares his expert insights on this exceptional bonsai.

“This overlooked bonsai variety is slowly gaining popularity,” Lloyd notes. It is a tropical species, making it ideal for indoor cultivation year-round. “One of its most delightful features is its sweet peppery or citrusy fragrance when pruned. The scent is fresh and cleansing”.

Higher regarded for its wide range of attributes, the aromatic pepper bonsai tree showcases small clusters of tiny white flowers, which are particularly striking against its vibrant green foliage. “The foliage is absolutely beautiful and delicately scented,” Lloyd says. “The bark develops a rough texture with age, taking on a warm buff colour that adds character and a sense of maturity to this elegant bonsai.” He adds, “This is a perfect, more unusual species, suitable for those who have never grown a bonsai.”

During summer, sprays of small, white-yellow-green flowers appear on the current season’s growth, followed by tiny red fruit that split open to reveal black seeds. These seeds, along with the young leaves, are used as garnishes in Oriental cooking, adding a unique flavour to various dishes.

In Japan, the tree is known as sanshō (山椒), and in Korea, it is called chopi (초피). Both the leaves and fruits (peppercorns) are widely used as aromatics and flavorings in these countries. The plant belongs to the citrus and rue family, Rutaceae.

“The leaves of this bonsai are naturally tiny & superbly proportioned. They are glossy deep green, arranged in an alternate pattern,” Lloyd explains. “The term ‘pinnate’ refers to leaves that have leaflets arranged on either side of a common axis. It’s a distinctive feature that adds to the tree’s aesthetic appeal.”

For optimal flowering, Lloyd advises, “Be careful not to prune off the flower buds. Allow a period from mid-May without pruning to encourage flowering.”

Lloyd with his spring collection of bonsai trees

Lloyd has decades of experience in the art of bonsai and is the founder of Bonsai Direct. He started selling bonsai trees commercially in 1995, nearly 30 years ago.

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