- 1xTwisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Indoor Bonsai Tree - 12 years old
- 1xDark Coloured Plastic Medium Drip Tray
- 1xThe Bonsai Direct Care Handbook
- 1xSmall Bonsai Feed - 100ml
- 1xSmall Bonsai Pruning Scissors - Great Value
- 1xWooden Tag - Thank You
Chinese Elm Bonsai Starter Pack – 12 years | Thank You Gift Edition
£77.99
SKU: ThankYou14
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This 12-year-old mid-sized Chinese Elm bonsai starter pack makes a thoughtful and long-lasting thank you plant gift. Designed for beginners, it features a natural twiggy structure and elegant S-shaped trunk, planted in a midnight blue ceramic pot with a matching drip tray. The gift includes pruning scissors, bonsai fertiliser, a Bonsai Direct care handbook, and a floral “Thank You” wooden hanging tag. Easy to care for and full of meaning, the Chinese Elm symbolises inner strength, wisdom, and harmony—making it a calm, lasting way to show genuine appreciation.
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Chinese Elm Bonsai Starter Pack – 12 Years | Thank You Plant Gift
If you are looking for a thank you plant that feels meaningful, lasting, and easy to enjoy, this Chinese Elm bonsai starter pack is an excellent choice. Thoughtfully designed for beginners, it offers beauty, symbolism, and simplicity in one complete gift.
A Perfect Beginner Bonsai with Lasting Appeal
This 12-year-old Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) is one of the most popular indoor bonsai varieties. It is easy to care for and highly forgiving. As a result, it suits complete beginners very well. The tree has a natural twiggy structure and an elegant S-shaped trunk. Together, these features create a miniature tree that looks balanced and full of character.
Because this is a slightly larger bonsai, it offers extra benefits. The larger pot holds more moisture. Therefore, it dries out less quickly and feels easier to manage. In addition, the tree grows faster, which makes pruning and shaping more rewarding.
What’s Included in This Thank You Plant Gift
The Chinese Elm arrives planted in a midnight blue ceramic bonsai pot, paired with an appropriately sized drip tray. This protects surfaces and supports healthy humidity. You will also receive bonsai pruning scissors and a bottle of bonsai fertiliser, giving everything needed to begin straight away.
To add sentiment, the bonsai is finished with a “Thank You” wooden hanging tag featuring a floral design. A Bonsai Direct care handbook is also included. It provides clear guidance on watering, feeding, positioning, and basic pruning.
Meaningful Symbolism Behind the Chinese Elm
The Chinese Elm is often known as the Tree of Harmony. It symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom, and love. Because of this, it makes a thoughtful thank you plant for expressing appreciation, respect, and gratitude.
Over time, the bonsai becomes more than a gift. It becomes a living reminder of thanks and kindness.
Why This Makes a Wonderful Thank You Plant
This starter pack is designed with confidence in mind. If you feel unsure about what to choose, this kit is a safe and reliable option. It is easy to care for, visually appealing, and enjoyable to grow. Moreover, it offers the chance to explore pruning, styling, and even light wiring as confidence builds.
Delivery & Gifting Options
We offer free delivery to most areas of the UK, and you can select your preferred delivery date at checkout. Full printed care instructions are included with every bonsai. This ensures your thank you plant arrives ready to enjoy.
Specification
- Evergreen
- Yes
- Flowering/Fruiting
- No
- Pot Size (cm)
- 18 x 13
- Pot Colour
- Blue
- Indoor/Outdoor
- Either - Protect from hard 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.
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