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Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia)(40)

Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 35cm
Age. 11yrs
Uniquely Styled Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai with Rich Foliage in Cream Pot
Rated 5.00 out of 5
Original price was: £89.99.Current price is: £69.99.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 28-30cm
Age. 8yrs
Outstanding Bargain (Almost 2 for 1) – Twin Set of “Perfectly Imperfect” Bonsai | 8 years old
Original price was: £91.98 – £103.96Price range: £91.98 through £103.96.Current price is: £49.99 – £61.97Price range: £49.99 through £61.97.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 29cm
Age. 8yrs
Chinese Elm Bonsai Copse | Triple Bonsai Forest | DECEMBER SPECIAL
Original price was: £69.99 – £77.98Price range: £69.99 through £77.98.Current price is: £59.99 – £67.98Price range: £59.99 through £67.98.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 29cm
Age. 7yrs
Exceptional Triple Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai Composition with Gnarly Features
Original price was: £99.99.Current price is: £74.99.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 28cm
Age. 11yrs
Dwarf & Powerful Chinese Elm Bonsai in Black Pot
£95.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 45cm
Age. 22yrs
Mature Bonsai Tree for Sale | Bonsai Chinese Elm Specimen
Original price was: £450.00.Current price is: £325.00.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 25cm
Age. 8yrs
Harmony Between Roots – A Tranquil Moment of Contemplation
Original price was: £79.99.Current price is: £59.99.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 35cm
Age. 13yrs
Literati Style Ulmus Parvifolia Evergreen Elm Bonsai | Feature Shari
Original price was: £145.00.Current price is: £119.99.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 33cm
Age. 12yrs
Elegant Literati Bonsai Chinese Elm – Soft Curves & Downward Branching
Original price was: £99.99.Current price is: £75.00.
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 38cm
Age. 15yrs
Superb S-Shaped Chinese Elm Bonsai with Fantastic Foliage Pads
£105.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 51cm
Age. 24yrs
Phenomenal Impressive Chinese Elm Bonsai – An Extraordinary Indoor Specimen [Excellence Range]
£665.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 25cm
Age. 6yrs
Shohin Chinese Elm – Miniature Bonsai Tree with Elegant Structure
£34.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 46cm
Age. 20yrs
Top Quality Large Chinese Elm Indoor Sabamiki Bonsai with Awesome Design – Excellence Range
£475.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 40cm
Age. 19yrs
Large Indoor Tree – Chinese Elm Specimen Bonsai | Excellence Range
£450.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 39cm
Age. 18yrs
Cool Character Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree – Beautiful Shaping & Styling with Excellent Raised Roots
£350.00
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. 55cm
Age. 25yrs
Extra-Large Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai Tree for Sale | Perfect for Beginners (25 years old)
£799.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 50cm
Age. 20yrs
Spectacular Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree | Neat, Commanding Presence & Impressive Stature – 20 years
£450.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 38cm
Age. 20yrs
Spectacular Chinese Elm Bonsai Specimen – A Truly Sensational Beginners Indoor Tree | 20 years old
£500.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 41cm
Age. 18yrs
Spectacular Chinese Elm Bonsai Specimen – A Truly Sensational Beginners Tree
£399.99
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 60cm
Age. 35yrs
Outstanding Specimen | Extra-Large Beginners Bonsai – Excellent Representation of Woodland Tree
£899.00
Overall Height Height inc. Pot. 55cm
Age. 23yrs
Elegant Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai – Balanced Canopy and Dramatic Twisty Trunk
£549.99

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Robert Griffiths

As ever, perfect trees, perfectly packed. An absolute joy.

Character Chinese Elm indoor bonsai tree

Uniquely Styled Chinese Elm Indoor Bonsai with Rich Foliage in Cream Pot

Scott Bowden

Lovely Chinese Elm in great condition with super fast delivery.

Indoor Bonsai Chinese Elm Set 1 (IDCE10) - Larger Size

Mature Indoor Bonsai Chinese Elm Set (16 years) - Larger Size

Jamie Ramage

After a few months of obsessing over them, I purchased my first Bonsai from Bonsai Direct and it just arrived this evening. Could not be happier, I ordered Saturday delivery and was worried I wouldn’t get it on time with the recent storm hitting the UK but it came fine and in exceptional packaging to keep it safe. The tree and service exceeded all expectations. Would not go anywhere else now as Bonsai Direct has set the bar very high. Thank You, I look forward to my next purchase which I know is going to be very soon!

Special Offer Beginners Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm 12 years old

Special Offer Beginners Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm 12 years old

Rusty E

Just had it delivered and it looks like a very healthy tree. It arrived very well packaged, with clear instructions

Special Offer Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm (IDCE7)

Special Offer 8 year old Twisty S-Shaped Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm - Beginner's Favourite

Geoff read

My first order was for 3 pots, the quality and speed of delivery was amazing, faultless service ,trees are next on my list. Thank you

Special Offer Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm (IDCE7)

Special Offer 8 year old Twisty S-Shaped Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm - Beginner's Favourite

Paul Harrison

I have left this a few weeks before reviewing but it is fantastic. New leaves are shooting and it looks beautiful. It was just what I wanted and the delivery and packaging were first rate. You can choose your date for delivery. I am very impressed by the service I have received. Thanks Bonsai Direct

Special Offer Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm (IDCE7)

Special Offer 8 year old Twisty S-Shaped Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm - Beginner's Favourite

Brandon Dewey

What an amazing bonsai tree and such great value. I am well impressed and highly recommend the service too. It was delivered on the day I chose at 9am. Great - 5 stars for sure.

Special Offer Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm (IDCE7)

Special Offer 8 year old Twisty S-Shaped Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm - Beginner's Favourite

lynne2bally

I purchased this beautiful tree and kit for my wife's 60th birthday. The delivery was amazing and the packaging was great also, keeping the tree safe and sound until we received it. May tears were shed this morning when I presented it to my beautiful wife for her special day. Thanks a million to all at Bonsai direct for helping give her a day to remember

Chinese Sweet Plum Bonsai Tree Kit

Outstanding Twisty Chinese Sweet Plum Bonsai Kit - choose the colour of the watering can!

Peter Jamieson

Excellent service from Bonsai Direct. Lovely looking tree and extremely well packaged and delivered on the day I chose. Thank you Bonsai Direct

Chinese Elm ~ Indoor Bonsai (IDCE8) favourite

Chinese Elm ~ Indoor Bonsai [Best Bonsai Tree for Beginners]

About the Chinese Elm

Chinese Elm Bonsai (Ulmus parvifolia / Zelkova bonsai tree) or Lacebark Elms as they are commonly known, originate from eastern Asia. This beautiful tree is extremely well regarded as being one of the best indoor bonsai varieties.
It is a fast growing bonsai so produces lovely dense and compact foliage pads, so typical of the informal upright bonsai style. It is a very tolerant bonsai species and fairly adaptable to a wide range of growing conditions.
If you are looking for an indoor bonsai which is very natural in appearance, with a lovely twiggy structure and true tree-like form this would be our recommendation.
A fabulous beginners bonsai with outstanding proportions and very pretty naturally small serrated leaves.
All our bonsai are supplied with full care instructions.
This variety is evergreen when grown indoors (although you may get a little seasonal leaf drop).
In mild climates, it can also be grown outdoors, but it will then revert to being deciduous.
Known as ‘The tree of harmony’, the Elm symbolises inner strength, intuition and wisdom.
A beautiful bonsai which signifies love, balance, calm and a peaceful energy.

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Chinese Elm Bonsai - Expert Overview by Lloyd Noall

Value for Money: Rated 5 out of 5
Easy to Grow: Rated 5 out of 5
Styling: Rated 4 out of 5
Sturdiness: Rated 4 out of 5
Seasonal Variation: Rated 3 out of 5

Our bonsai expert Lloyd Noall has been growing bonsai for approximately 4 decades. He is a leading authority on growing both indoor & outdoor varieties. We ask his opinion on our top selling Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) bonsai tree species. It can sometimes be referred to as a Lacebark Elm or Zelcova seratta.

“In my opinion the Chinese Elm is the very best representation of a woodland tree”. This easy-care variety has naturally small bright green leaves and beautiful character throughout. It is an ideal starter bonsai for beginners and is perfect for learning pruning and wiring techniques.

“This species is native to China, India, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and south-east Asia. It is relatively fast growing and responds well to pruning, forming well ramified foliage pads. Pruning the tips of the Chinese Elm shoots encourages Back budding”, where new leaves emerge further down the branches forming dense, compact branches with a neat habit.

The Chinese Elm is a fairly hardy species. Usually grown indoors but grows well outside all year round. “I would advise that you protect your Chinese Elm bonsai from extended periods of freezing, by putting in an unheated shed, glasshouse or cool room”.

In Chinese culture, the Chinese Elm is a symbol of longevity and resilience, often planted to honour ancestors. “Its graceful shape and beautiful leaves make it a favoured choice for growing as a bonsai”, representing inner strength, intuition, wisdom, and love.

“Interestingly, the Chinese Elm bonsai is evergreen when grown indoors. It may have a little leaf drop when it re-acclimatises to its new location or when the seasons change at the end of summer and end of winter. When grown outdoors it will be semi-evergreen or deciduous depending upon the severity of the winter”. It is one of the cold-hardiest of the Chinese bonsai species.

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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