Happy Father’s Day Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree – Perfect Starter Bonsai | 10 years old

• 1x 10 Year Old Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai
• 1x Dark Coloured Plastic Medium Drip Tray
• 1x Best Dad Blue Tag

A Traditional, yet Unique, Father’s Day Bonsai Tree!

Very tasteful Father’s Day Bonsai gift. The Chinese Elm is highly sought after with beginners due to its easy care requirements and hardy nature. This bonsai displays a twisty trunk with rich green serrated leaves. This 10 year old bonsai comes potted in a navy blue ceramic pot, supplied with a dark coloured drip tray. Additionally, we have added a “Best Dad” wooden hanging tag.

The Chinese Elm, or Ulmus parvifolia, symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom and love.

Chinese Elm | A Perfect Father’s Day Bonsai Tree Gift

The Chinese elm (Zelkova) is renowned for its exquisite foliage and captivating character, making it an ideal choice for beginners.

The leaves of the Chinese Elm are small, typically 10-15mm long and 5-10 mm wide, with a lustrous green colour and serrated edges. These diminutive leaves are perfectly proportioned for bonsai, creating a lush canopy that mimics the appearance of a full-sized tree. The foliage is evergreen when the bonsai is grown indoors and can take on a stunning purplish-red autumn colour

The Chinese elm’s character is defined by its adaptability and resilience. It boasts a ‘fluid’ trunk that can develop beautiful curves, often forming an appealing S-shape that gives the impression of an aged tree even when young. The bark is particularly noteworthy, with a handsome, flaking texture that reveals mottled greys, tans, and reds, earning it the nickname “lacebark elm.”

Adaptable with Very Natural Appearance

This species is perfect for beginners due to its forgiving nature and ease of care. It’s hardy and adaptable, thriving in various growing conditions both indoors and outdoors. The Chinese elm responds well to pruning, allowing novices to practice shaping techniques without fear of damaging the tree. Its rapid growth also provides quick feedback on care and styling decisions, making it an excellent learning tool.

The Chinese elm stands out as an exceptional representation of a woodland tree in miniature scale. Its fine ramification, delicate branching structure, and proportionate leaves create a remarkably accurate depiction of a full-sized forest dweller. This bonsai captures the essence of nature’s grandeur in a compact form, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to cultivate a living sculpture that embodies the majesty of towering elms in a beautifully condensed form.

We offer free next working day on all bonsai. Alternatively, you can choose your preferred delivery date at the checkout. You can add extras including gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags once you add the bonsai to the basket. You will also receive a care guide with tips, general variety information and symbolism with each bonsai.

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Height: ~ 30cm
Pot size: ~ 18 x 14cm 
Age: 10 years
Please note that all bonsai are unique and that some slight variation from the photograph shown should be expected. All sizes are approximate.