Great Father’s Day Bonsai Gift Set | Includes Pruning Scissors & Fertiliser
Product Code: FD7
£62.50
A Gorgeous Father’s Day Bonsai Gift | Perfect for beginners! Highly recommended with Care Essentials Included.
With a graceful, swooping trunk and neat foliage pads, this delightful indoor Chinese Elm bonsai tree kit would make the perfect Father’s Day gift.
The engraved ‘Best Dad’ tag looks excellent on the blue ceramic bonsai pot, and makes this the ideal gift for Father’s day.
The Chinese Elm is easy-to-care-for, and this bonsai kit, complete with a drip tray, bonsai feed and pruning scissors, is perfect for setting your dad up in the art of growing bonsai. I particularly like the styling of this Twisty S-shaped Chinese Elm. The movement in the trunk is excellent.
Add a free gift message and choose some gift wrap from our wide range to make this the perfect, unique gift for your dad.
Why an Informal Upright Chinese Elm Bonsai is the Perfect Starter Tree
For those new to the world of bonsai, the Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) in an informal upright style is an excellent choice. Its S-shaped trunk creates a sense of natural, flowing movement, mimicking a mature tree shaped by the elements. This artistic form adds depth and character, making it a eye-catching piece in any setting.
Starting with a pre-styled bonsai like this is much more rewarding than trying to grow one from seed. It gives you a head start, allowing you to focus on maintenance and refinement rather than struggling with the early stages of development. You can also enjoy the beautiful styling and shaping already achieved by the bonsai experts on our Devon nursery.
The Chinese Elm’s twiggy branches and dense canopy are particularly appealing. Its small, finely serrated leaves remain green year-round when kept indoors, providing constant visual interest. The tree’s fine branching structure offers plenty of opportunities for shaping, making it ideal for beginners eager to try their hand at pruning and styling.
What really sets the Chinese Elm apart is its forgiving nature. It adapts well to various conditions, only needs regular watering and occasional feeding, and responds quickly to pruning. This means new bonsai enthusiasts can see the results of their care relatively quickly, which is incredibly satisfying and encouraging.
Care Guide & Delivery Information
We want to make sure your bonsai thrives, so every tree comes with an A4 care guide with expert tips and easy-to-follow instructions. It also includes symbolism and variety details, adding extra meaning to your tree.
Fast & Flexible Delivery
We offer free next working day delivery on all bonsai, so you don’t have to wait to receive your gift. Prefer to schedule a delivery? No problem! At checkout, you can choose your preferred delivery date to make sure your bonsai arrives at just the right time. Delivery within the Scottish Highlands, Islands and Northern Ireland takes a minimum of 2 working days and there is a subsidised delivery charge to these areas. Don’t forget we deliver on Saturdays and Sundays too.
Personal Touches
Want to make your gift extra special? You can add gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags once you’ve added your bonsai to the basket. This allows you to create a truly meaningful and memorable present.
FREE Next Working Day Delivery to most UK addresses — order by 3:25pm (Mon–Fri)
FREE Nominated-Day Delivery to most UK addresses on orders over £29.99
Trusted, Sustainable Growers — every bonsai is nurtured with love on our Devon nursery by bonsai experts
FREE Gift Message available on all orders
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All prices are inclusive of VAT at standard rate.
