10 year old Chinese Elm bonsai tree for sale UK
Overall Height ~ 32cm Age: 10yrs

Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai | 10 Year Old Chinese Elm (Zelkova)

Price range: £54.99 through £62.98

SKU: IDCE18

Free Delivery by Friday 23rd October available

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10 Year Old Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai

PLastic drip tray

Drip Tray Options for Medium Pots

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The 10-Year-Old Chinese Elm (Zelkova) Bonsai is a beautifully established indoor tree, perfect for both beginners and enthusiasts. Featuring an elegant S-shaped trunk and delicate foliage, it brings a natural, calming presence to any space. Aged for added character, it’s easy to care for and well-suited to indoor environments, though it can also be grown outdoors with proper frost protection.

Symbolising wisdom, strength, and balance, this bonsai makes a meaningful addition to your home or a thoughtful gift. It comes in a stylish glazed ceramic pot, with optional extras and convenient UK delivery available.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1x10 Year Old Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai
  • 1xDrip Tray Options for Medium Pots
Description

10-Year-Old Zelkova / Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree – A Stunning Indoor Species

This is a graceful and established 10-year-old Zelkova / Chinese Elm bonsai tree—a fantastic choice for both beginners and enthusiasts! These stunning bonsai showcase a beautifully curved and elegant s-shaped trunk, mimicking the natural flow of an ancient tree. With its small, delicate leaves and well-balanced structure, it brings a sense of tranquility and charm to any space.

Some key points to add

  • Aged to 10 years, offering more character and presence.
  • Perfect for indoor settings—a wonderful way to bring nature inside.
  • Can be grown outdoors but will become deciduous and needs frost protection.
  • Easy to care for, making it a fantastic option for beginners.
  • Comes in a stylish blue glazed ceramic pot (optional drip tray available).

The Chinese Elm symbolises wisdom, inner strength, intuition and love, making it more than just a plant—it’s a living representation of balance and resilience. Whether as a personal addition to your home or a heartfelt gift, this bonsai carries a meaningful touch.

  • Free UK delivery with the option to select your preferred date.
  • Order before 3:25 pm for next working day delivery!
  • Gift wrapping and personalisation available—a thoughtful present for any occasion.

Check out our YouTube video dedicated to this bonsai favourite!

Please note that all bonsai are unique and that some slight variation from the photograph shown should be expected.
All sizes are approximate.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
No
Pot Size (cm)
18 x 13
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Either - Protect from extreme frosts
Difficulty
Easy - Perfect for Beginners
Maintenance
Positioning: Place in bright position avoiding direct sunlight in mid summer
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
Bonsai 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.
🚚 All bonsai tree orders can be tracked and our couriers will notify you of your delivery slot.

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.
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