Powerful & Artistic 17-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree

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Powerful & Artistic 17-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree

Name: Powerful &amp; Artistic 17-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree
Brand: Bonsai Direct
SKU: PE367
Availability: InStock

Product Code: PE367

£195.00

Powerful & Elegant 16-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai – A Striking Focal Point

Bring bold beauty to your space with this exceptional Chinese Elm bonsai (Ulmus parvifolia or Zelkova), aged to perfection over 17 years. With a naturally commanding trunk, expressive root flare, and textured bark, this bonsai blends strength with refined structure. Its upright shape and neatly layered foliage pads create a look that’s both artistic and full of character – the trunk taper is just superb!

Potted in a traditional navy ceramic pot with a matching tray, it’s a living symbol of strength, love, and wisdom — perfect for gifting or adding timeless style to your home or office. Easy to care for and rewarding to grow, the Chinese Elm is a fantastic choice for beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. Suitable for indoor growing year-round or outdoors with frost protection.

The Chinese Elm symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom & love.

We offer free next working day on all bonsai to most regions of the UK. This includes all areas of England, Wales, Edinburgh and Glasgow! Please place your order by 3:15pm for next working day delivery. Alternatively, you can choose your preferred delivery date at the checkout. You can add extras including gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags once you add the bonsai to the basket. You will also receive a care guide with tips, general variety information and symbolism with each bonsai.

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Description

Striking 17-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai – Powerful Presence & Refined Form

Make a statement with this beautifully matured Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia), shaped with care over 17 years. It features an eye-catching, uniquely shaped trunk with powerful root flare and richly textured bark that tells a story of time and artistry. The trunk has great taper!

The open structure and neatly defined foliage pads give this bonsai real elegance, while its lush canopy of tiny emerald-green leaves brings life and balance. A fantastic choice for beginners, this tree combines strength of form with easy care — ideal for any home or office.

Potted in a navy blue ceramic pot with a matching drip tray included. All of our premium collection indoor bonsai tree range are supplied in quality ceramic bonsai pots with a matching drip tray. The drip tray protects your surfaces when your water. Furthermore, by leaving a small amount of water in the tray during winter months it increases the localised humidity which aids bonsai growth and vitality.

We offer free next working day on all bonsai. Alternatively, you can choose your preferred delivery date at the checkout. You have the option to add any gifting extras including gift wrap, balloons, and personalised hanging tags once you add the bonsai to the basket. You will also receive a care guide with tips, general variety information and symbolism with each bonsai.

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An eco-friendly bonsai tree from a small, independent UK business who are conscious about their sustainability and are helping to fight the fight for clean air.

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All prices are inclusive of VAT at standard rate.

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

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

Powerful & Artistic 17-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree

Product Code: PE367

Powerful & Elegant 16-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai – A Striking Focal Point

Striking 17-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai – Powerful Presence & Refined Form

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