Comprehensive Christmas Chinese Elm Bonsai Gift Set
Product Code: Christmas21
£67.99
An 8-year-old Twisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) — a stylish and meaningful Christmas bonsai gift symbolising wisdom, strength, and love. Beautifully potted in a blue ceramic pot with accessories, and festive balloon — ready to give and enjoy.
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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 Mini Christmas Tree Air-Filled Balloon
8-Year-Old Twisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) – The Perfect Christmas Bonsai Gift Set
A Thoughtful Christmas Bonsai Gift for Loved Ones
Share the joy of Christmas with a truly meaningful and elegant gift — the 8-year-old Twisty Chinese Elm bonsai. With its graceful s-shaped trunk, fine twig structure, and vibrant green leaves, this bonsai radiates charm and character. It’s an ideal festive gift for plant enthusiasts, creative minds, or anyone who appreciates nature’s calm beauty.
Please note: This is a generic photograph. Your bonsai will be very similar in quality, shape, and styling, but uniquely its own.
Known as Ulmus parvifolia, the Chinese Elm is celebrated for its hardiness and resilience. Symbolising inner strength, wisdom, intuition, and love, it’s a living reminder of the warmth and connection that define the festive season.
Each tree is grown and styled by expert hands in our Devon nursery, ensuring every branch reflects balance, grace, and natural artistry. Its versatility and forgiving nature make it perfect for both beginners and experienced bonsai lovers.
Complete Christmas Gift Set
This charming festive set includes everything you need for an easy, ready-to-give present:
8-year-old Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese Elm) bonsai
Navy blue glazed ceramic bonsai pot
Dark-coloured plastic drip tray
Small bonsai pruning scissors
Bottle of bonsai fertiliser
Christmas tree foil balloon
Printed Bonsai Direct care handbook & leaflet
The entire set is carefully curated to create a stylish, eco-friendly, and joyful Christmas gift that lasts for years.
A Gift That Grows with Meaning
Unlike ordinary gifts that fade with time, this Christmas bonsai gift evolves and grows, becoming more beautiful and symbolic as the years pass. Every branch tells a story, and every leaf reflects care and connection. The Chinese Elm’s strong yet graceful form captures the essence of nature’s balance — making it one of the most rewarding species to own and nurture.
Why Buy from Bonsai Direct
Bonsai Direct is a trusted, professional bonsai nursery based in Devon. Our family-run team of expert growers carefully nurtures each bonsai using sustainable, eco-friendly methods. We take pride in offering top-quality trees, excellent customer service, and reliable delivery on the date you choose. Every bonsai is securely packaged and includes a detailed printed care guide to ensure lasting success.
When you choose Bonsai Direct, you’re not just giving a tree — you’re giving a gift grown with love, skill, and passion.
This Christmas, delight someone special with a beautiful 8-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai — a living gift that symbolises wisdom, love, and inner strength, and continues to grow long after the festivities have passed.
| 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 - When grown indoors |
| Flowering/Fruiting | No |
| Age (years) | 8 |
| Height (cm) | 28 |
| Pot Size (cm) | 14 x 9 |
| Pot Colour | Blue |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Either - Protect from hard frost |
| 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 |
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 |
📘 Printed care guide included with all orders.
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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 |
🎥 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.
