Twisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Indoor Bonsai Tree – 12 years old
Product Code: ELM - Medium
£54.99
The most popular indoor bonsai in our range, this species is ideal for beginners. The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) is truly beautiful with small bright green leaves.
The tree has an excellent twig structure and has great character throughout, making it the beautiful representation of a real tree.
In our opinion the Chinese Elm is the most perfectly proportioned, easy to care for and adaptable tree and makes a superb bonsai, which can be grown either indoors or outdoors.
This beautiful bonsai is potted into a blue ceramic rectangular pot and has a fabulous S-shaped trunk with excellent branch structure.
Bonsai Direct offers first class service, with free next working day delivery to most areas of the UK (or choose your delivery date at the checkout)
Free care information guides are included with every delivery.
Recognised as ‘The tree of harmony’, the Elm symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom & love.
A beautiful bonsai which signifies love, balance, calm and a peaceful energy.
Medium Size – Twisty or S-Shaped Informal Upright
Height: ~ 32-34 cm
Pot size: ~ 18 x 14cm
Age: 12 years
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Description
Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai – Medium Size 12 years
Top selling indoor bonsai variety
Please note that all bonsai are unique and that some slight variation from the photograph shown should be expected.
All sizes are approximate.
Medium Size – Twisty or S-Shaped Informal Upright
Height: ~ 32-34 cm
Pot size: ~ 18 x 14cm
Age: 12 years
Specification
Please note that all bonsai are unique and that some slight variation from the photograph shown should be expected.
All sizes are approximate.
Medium Size - Twisty or S-Shaped Informal Upright
Height: ~ 32-34 cm
Pot size: ~ 18 x 14cm
Age: 12 years
Bonsai Variety
🍃 Variety
The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parviflolia) makes a truly beautiful bonsai with small bright green leaves. The tree has excellent twig structure and has great character throughout, making it the perfect representation of a woodland tree. In our opinion the Chinese Elm is the most perfectly proportioned, easy to care for and adaptable tree and makes a superb bonsai; which can be grown either indoors or outdoors.
Delivery
🌿 Delivery Options
Choose your date
| Service | When will it arrive? | Charge |
|---|
Standard Delivery
(England, Wales & Southern Scotland) | Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | FREE |
Premium AM
(Weekdays before 1pm) | Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | £8.99 |
| Weekend Delivery | Chosen Saturday or Sunday | £8.99 |
Highlands & Islands
AB37–38, AB54–56, FK17–21, GY, HS, IV1–63, JE, KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–49, PA60–78, PH19–26, PH30–40, PH42–44, PH49–50, TR21–25, ZE | Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | £7.99 |
| Northern Ireland | Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date | £7.99 |
✅ Every bonsai is hand-checked, watered, and securely packaged for safe arrival.
📘 Printed care guide included with all orders.
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Bonsai Care
🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
| Care | What to do | How often |
|---|
| Step 1 | Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. | Upon arrival |
| On arrival | In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. | Once on day 1 |
| Position | Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. | All year |
| Water | Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. | Daily check |
| Mist | Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. | Once or twice a week |
| Feed | Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. | Species dependant |
| Prune | Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. | As needed |
| Health | If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. | If issues arise |
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
🎥 Extra help & videos are available on our website.
✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
All prices are inclusive of VAT at standard rate.
