The Ultimate Happy Birthday – Unusual Gift for Him
Product Code: HIM3
£69.99 Original price was: £69.99.£59.99Current price is: £59.99.
Surprise him with the Ultimate Happy Birthday Bonsai Gift — an 8-year-old twisty Chinese Elm starter kit complete with drip tray, scissors, fertiliser, handbook and a blue birthday balloon. This elegant, easy-care indoor bonsai symbolises inner strength and wisdom, making it a meaningful and unusual birthday present. A beautiful, long-lasting gift that brings calm, creativity and nature into his home. Delivered quickly and expertly by Bonsai Direct.
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- 1x Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai - Standard Size 8 years
- 1x Small Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray
- 1x Small Bonsai Feed - 100ml
- 1x Small Bonsai Pruning Scissors - Great Value
- 1x The Bonsai Direct Care Handbook
- 1x Blue Happy Birthday Air-Filled Balloon
Ultimate Happy Birthday Bonsai Gift for Him – 8-Year-Old Twisty Chinese Elm Starter Kit
A Meaningful, Artistic & Unusual Birthday Present
Celebrate his birthday with something genuinely memorable — the Ultimate Happy Birthday Bonsai Gift for Him. This beautifully curated starter kit centres around an 8-year-old twisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia), a much-loved indoor species admired for its hardy nature, elegant trunk movement and miniature woodland appearance. Stylish, calming, and full of symbolism, it’s an ideal birthday gift for someone who appreciates meaningful, long-lasting presents.
Please note: This listing uses a generic photograph. Your bonsai will be very similar in size, style and quality, but each tree naturally has its own unique character.
A Stunning Twisty Chinese Elm – A Bonsai Favourite for Good Reason
The Chinese Elm is one of the most rewarding bonsai for beginners. Its twisty, expressive trunk and fine branching give it the look of a mature woodland tree, even at eight years old. This variety symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom and love, making it a thoughtful and personal gift. Its neat, fresh green leaves and balanced structure make it an eye-catching addition to an office, study, living room or bedside table.
Everything He Needs in One Complete Kit
This Ultimate Happy Birthday Bonsai Gift includes:
8-year-old Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia)
Dark drip tray for humidity and surface protection
Concentrated liquid bonsai fertiliser for healthy growth
Small bonsai pruning scissors
Bonsai Direct care handbook
Blue ‘Happy Birthday’ air-filled balloon
Each item has been selected to make bonsai care simple, enjoyable and accessible — even for total beginners.
Care Essentials, Made Easy
The included drip tray catches excess water and gently boosts humidity, helping the Elm thrive indoors. The liquid fertiliser is rich in essential nutrients and encourages strong root development and fresh, vibrant leaves. The small scissors allow him to shape and style the tree with precision, making bonsai care both relaxing and rewarding. The handbook offers expert guidance, covering daily care, pruning, placement and symbolism in a clear, beginner-friendly way.
A Birthday Gift with Meaning & Lasting Value
Bonsai make wonderfully unusual birthday gifts because they offer something rare: a present that grows, changes and becomes more beautiful over time. The Chinese Elm is particularly loved for its forgiving nature and artistic feel. It’s engaging to care for and instantly adds character to any room.
The bright blue Happy Birthday balloon brings a fun celebratory touch to the set — a cheerful way to mark his special day.
Why Buying from Bonsai Direct Is a Great Choice
Ordering from Bonsai Direct means choosing a specialist, family-run nursery with decades of bonsai expertise. Every tree is hand-grown, hand-selected and prepared with real care by experienced growers. You’ll receive a healthy, well-styled bonsai, clear care guidance and reliable delivery that you can trust. We aim to make the experience of owning a bonsai as enjoyable as the tree itself.
Flexible, Fast Delivery
We offer FREE next working day delivery to most UK addresses. You can also choose your preferred delivery date at checkout — ideal when sending this gift straight to the birthday boy.
| Species | 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. |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Flowering/Fruiting | No |
| Age (years) | 8 |
| Height (cm) | 28 |
| Pot Size (cm) | 15 x 10 |
| Pot Colour | Blue |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Either - Protect from hard frosts |
| Difficulty | Easy - Perfect for Beginners |
| Maintenance | Watering: Keep soil evenly damp; check daily.
Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle. Pruning: Trim new shoots regularly to keep shape and encourage ramification. Repotting: Repot every two years in early spring using free-draining bonsai soil. Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost. |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
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.
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 |
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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 |
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✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
Expert Overview by Amber
- Ease of Care
- Rated 5 out of 5
- Appearance & Styling
- Rated 4 out of 5
- Gift Presentation
- Rated 5 out of 5
- Value for Money
- Rated 5 out of 5
- Beginner Suitability
- Rated 5 out of 5
Amber’s Expert Gifting Opinion
“As a gifting advisor, I always look for presents that feel personal and genuinely thoughtful — and this bonsai ticks every box. The Chinese Elm is one of my favourite choices for men because it has such a strong, masculine elegance to it. The twisty trunk, the tiny woodland-style leaves, the sculptural feel… it’s the kind of gift that instantly looks impressive without being showy.
What I especially love about this birthday kit is how complete it is. He doesn’t need to buy a single thing — the tray, scissors, feed and handbook make it straightforward, even for total beginners. Most men really enjoy the hands-on element too; it’s calming, creative, and satisfying watching the tree respond to simple care.
If you’re searching for a birthday present that feels different from the usual choices — something meaningful and long-lasting — this is a brilliant option. It’s thoughtful, stylish, and just that little bit unexpected. And in my experience, those are always the gifts people remember.”
— Amber, Gifting Expert at Bonsai Direct
Amber is a highly knowledgeable bonsai specialist and gifting expert who has spent years helping customers choose the perfect tree or bonsai gift set. With her unique blend of creativity, deep species knowledge, and thoughtful customer care, she’s become a trusted authority in matching the right bonsai to each person and occasion.
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