Overall Height ~ 24cm Age: 6yrs

Exemplary Beginners Chinese Elm Starter bonsai – Makes a Fabulous Father’s Day Gift

Price range: £36.99 through £42.98

SKU: FD21

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This bundle includes:

Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Orchard Style Indoor Bonsai

Wooden Tag - Best Dad

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This 6-year-old Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) makes a meaningful and long-lasting Father’s Day woodland tree bonsai gift. Styled in a classic broom form with fine twiggy branching and deep green foliage, it captures the look of a mature woodland tree in miniature. Presented in a navy blue ceramic pot with an optional drip tray and a “Best Dad” wooden tag, it is both symbolic and beginner-friendly. Representing strength, wisdom and love, this easy-care indoor bonsai offers a living gift Dad can enjoy for years to come.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1xChinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Orchard Style Indoor Bonsai
  • 1xWooden Tag - Best Dad
  • 1xDrip Tray Options for Standard Pots
Description

Father’s Day Woodland Tree Bonsai Gift

Looking for a meaningful and long-lasting Father’s Day gift? This Father’s Day woodland tree bonsai is a thoughtful way to say thank you. Natural, timeless, and full of character, it’s a living gift Dad can enjoy every day.

We carefully select our Chinese Elms for their classic woodland appearance and reliable nature. It’s a favourite here at Bonsai Direct and one of our best-selling indoor bonsai trees. Moreover, it is easy to care for and wonderfully resilient, so it’s ideal for beginners and experienced growers alike.

Chinese Elm Bonsai – A True Woodland Classic

Ulmus parvifolia

The Ulmus parvifolia is admired for its traditional broom-style shape and beautiful textured bark. Fine, twiggy ramification creates a dense yet delicate canopy. Also, deep green leaves add richness and depth, giving this tree a natural woodland look all year round. Here at Bonsai Direct, we truly love the Chinese Elm!

Even at a smaller size, this bonsai has a strong presence. Furthermore, the branching is refined and balanced, and the foliage feels light yet full. Also it truly captures the spirit of a mature woodland tree in miniature form.

This bonsai is approximately 6 years old and we have potted it into a navy blue ceramic pot. Additionally, you can choose to add a drip tray for a discounted price. To make it extra special for the occasion, we include a “Best dad” wooden tag, hanging from a branch.

Symbolism and Meaning

The Chinese Elm symbolises inner strength, wisdom, intuition, and love. Thus, it’s a powerful message wrapped in a calm, living form. A perfect reflection of what many fathers represent.

A Gift That’s Easy to Love

This Father’s Day woodland tree is well suited to indoor environments with good light. It’s forgiving, adaptable, and rewarding to care for. We prepare each tree with sustainability and long-term health in mind.

Don’t forget you can personalise your gift by adding optional extras at checkout, including gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags. Also, we send each bonsai with a detailed care guide, covering essential tips, variety information, and symbolism.

Also, it’s a lovely living gift. Give this Father’s Day woodland tree that grows alongside Dad, year after year.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
No
Pot Size (cm)
15 x 10
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Either - Protect from 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
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

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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
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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.
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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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